Pharma Direct Materials Planner | SAP/MRP Specialist

Genentech, Inc.; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Genentech, Inc. is building a new CVRM site in Holly Springs, NC, and seeks a Direct Materials Planner to secure material availability for continuous production. You will link global supply, procurement, and site ops, managing inventory, risks, and packaging material alignment with updated specs.

You will partner with MSAT, operations, and external vendors to ensure timely materials, contribute as the SME for SAP ERP, and support MRP and procurement processes across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2+ years in supply chain planning.
• 5+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or high-volume planning.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and OMP preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Procure and manage direct material plans for testing and asset qualification.
• Coordinate with vendors, European sites, and procurement for materials.
• Lead SAP ERP deployment and align with global template processes for MRP.
• Build relationships with local suppliers and service providers.
• Maintain master data for accurate purchasing and planning.
• Establish safety stock strategies for GMP materials.

Skills

ASCM principles

ERP planning

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPIM/CSCP certification

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

OMP

Job description

Genentech, Inc. is building a new CVRM site in Holly Springs, NC, and seeks a Direct Materials Planner to secure material availability for continuous production. You will link global supply, procurement, and site ops, managing inventory, risks, and packaging material alignment with updated specs.

You will partner with MSAT, operations, and external vendors to ensure timely materials, contribute as the SME for SAP ERP, and support MRP and procurement processes across the site.