Strategic Pharma Buyer & Planner

BioSpace; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Afton Scientific in Virginia is seeking a Buyer Planner to support manufacturing and project activities by ensuring materials are available when needed while maintaining appropriate inventory levels and strong supplier relationships.

This role focuses on supplier quotes, procurement, production planning, and inventory control within a cGMP environment, contributing to on-time delivery and cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous inventory management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and issue-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Obtain supplier quotes and procure materials needed to support manufacturing and project requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers and maintain productive supplier relationships.
• Monitor open purchase orders and work with suppliers to track and maintain expected delivery dates.
• Closely manage critical material orders to help prevent disruptions to manufacturing.
• Monitor raw material, in-transit, and consignment inventory levels.
• Maintain MRP planning data and coordinate material deliveries to minimize shortages and excess inventory.
• Perform production and project material planning, including creating and maintaining material allocations and pick lists.
• Author and review supply chain and quality-related documentation, including SOPs, specifications, Supplier Non-Conformances, and quarterly DEA reporting.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventories to support inventory accuracy.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that improve supply chain efficiency, compliance, and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Inventory management

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Afton Scientific in Virginia is seeking a Buyer Planner to support manufacturing and project activities by ensuring materials are available when needed while maintaining appropriate inventory levels and strong supplier relationships.

This role focuses on supplier quotes, procurement, production planning, and inventory control within a cGMP environment, contributing to on-time delivery and cost-effective operations.