Senior Manager, Materials and Planning

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is seeking a Senior Manager, Materials and Planning for a direct placement in Billerica, MA. The role focuses on managing production planning, inventory, and procurement within a cGMP-compliant environment for a pharmaceutical services client.

The position requires strong leadership, extensive supply chain experience, and expertise with MRP systems. The successful candidate will lead a team, optimize processes, and ensure regulatory compliance while

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–12 years related supply chain experience.
• Minimum 4 years supervising non-exempt and exempt employees.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong understanding of cGMP standards and requirements.
• Excellent planning, organization and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the production planning process in a cGMP environment.
• Oversee warehouse operations to ensure timely shipping and receipt of goods.
• Utilize MRP and other tools to manage inventory levels and material availability.
• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment and services with cost-saving focus.
• Evaluate and enhance current MRP/ERP systems for forecasting material needs.
• Partner with Development to identify material needs for new products.
• Ensure SOP adherence and cGMP compliance throughout the site.
• Lead supplier relationships and audits; hire and develop staff.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Vendor management

Staff leadership

C GMP knowledge

MRP systems

Excel skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

B.S. degree preferred

Tools

SBT or other inventory systems

Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior Manager, Materials and Planning for a direct placement assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in Billerica, MA.

Responsibilities

• Manages and optimizes the production planning process assuring FDA, cGMP, and SOP compliance. Manages Warehouse operations assuring timely shipping and receipt of goods with cGMP compliance.
• Manage the production planning process
• Slot production run and ensure enough raw material inventory is available through the use of the MRP
• Oversee purchasing all materials, supplies, capital equipment and services for company-wide requirements; maintain high quality and identifies cost saving opportunities
• Select, develop and use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and other analytical tools to manage inventory levels, ensure material availability and minimize overall inventory levels
• Evaluate current MRP/ERP systems for forecasting material requirements and implement as necessary
• Work with the Development Group to identify material needs for new product manufacturing
• Set appropriate specifications and inspection procedures
• Manage storage requirements throughout the site and set up and monitor systems for matierla workflows
• Manage tracking of inventory flows for the site
• Ensure consistent use of Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensure warehouse meets all cGMP standards
• Manage vendor relations through consistent communication
• Participate in audits as required
• Hire, train, manage, and motivate buyer and warehouse staff
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Minimum 4 years supervising non-exempt and exempt employees required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 10-12 years related Supply Chain experience required
• Proven, effective management of production schedules
• Proven, effective management of inventory flows and levels
• Ability to plan and anticipate needs of production and other departments
• Ability to work under limited supervision, drawing on previous experience, good judgment and standard procedures
• Strong understanding of cGMP standards and requirements
• Strong computer skills and competency with Microsoft Office, particularly excel; working knowledge of SBT or other Inventory Management Systems
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to manage staff and negotiate with vendors
• Excellent organization skills and the ability to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload

Preferred Skills

• B.S. preferred

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/.

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