Senior Material Buyer-Planner: Lead Supply & Optimization

Jubilant Pharma, LLC; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

FSA/HSA

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Jubilant HollisterStier CMO in Spokane, WA seeks a Senior Material Buyer-Planner to lead procurement and planning for uninterrupted production. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and process improvements, acting as a key decision-maker in a complex supply chain.

You will mentor buyers, negotiate contracts, oversee MRP planning, and collaborate across Quality, Finance and Operations to ensure material flow and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (3+ years in lieu of degree).
• 3+ years with degree or 5+ years without; Pharma/FDA regulated industry required.
• Advanced knowledge of MRP, SAP, and purchasing strategies; strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory and quality scenarios affecting manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide buyers and planners, fostering a collaborative, high‑performing team.
• Lead sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality and delivery; negotiate contracts.
• Oversee MRP-driven planning to maintain inventory levels and safety stock.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships; drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with Quality, Finance, Planning and Operations to ensure material flow.
• Maintain accurate SAP master data and ensure cGMP compliance; report performance.
• Analyze supply chain issues and implement innovative cost-reducing solutions.

Skills

MRP knowledge

SAP experience

Negotiation skills

Procurement strategy

Problem solving

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Jubilant HollisterStier CMO in Spokane, WA seeks a Senior Material Buyer-Planner to lead procurement and planning for uninterrupted production. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and process improvements, acting as a key decision-maker in a complex supply chain.

You will mentor buyers, negotiate contracts, oversee MRP planning, and collaborate across Quality, Finance and Operations to ensure material flow and regulatory compliance.