Supply Chain Sr. Associate Production Planner

Amgen; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Short-Term Planner for their Supply Chain team. The role involves translating the master production schedule into a feasible plan, collaborating with various teams to ensure on-time product availability. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have experience in planning, and proficiency in SAP, aiming to optimize production processes.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years planning experience in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of GMP standards and S&OP processes.
• Understanding of production planning concepts.

Responsibilities

• Execute short-term planning supporting Amgen’s S&OP process.
• Identify opportunities for system and process improvements.
• Manage planning for a portfolio of commercial products.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master’s Degree or APICS certification

Tools

SAP ECC Planning

SAP Rapid Response RR

Job description

Career Category: Supply Chain

Job Description:

Overview:

Working in ADL’s Supply Chain team, you will be responsible for translating the master production schedule (MPS) into a feasible and accurate short-term detail schedule for a fixed time period, ensuring on-time availability of product while considering known constraints and planning parameters. The Short-Term Planner will:

• Provide key production planning information to support ADL's integrated business planning (IBP) processes within the 0-13 week horizon.
• Collaborate closely with the area's finite scheduler and product planner to generate feasible production schedules.
• Manage local weekly and monthly planning processes.
• Report key KPIs related to ADL planning performance.
• Facilitate weekly scheduling and capacity review meetings with production, QA, warehouse, and process development teams.
• Ensure a feasible manufacturing plan and release schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute short-term planning in their assigned area supporting Amgen’s S&OP process, including production, line scheduling, and shipment planning.
• Identify opportunities for system and process improvements, utilizing operational excellence (OpEx) and project management skills.
• Report on short-term planning performance metrics.
• Present analyses and recommendations to management when required.
• Communicate key changes to the master production schedule to the MPS lead.
• Provide SME support for NC/CAPA investigations.
• Manage SAP/RR transactions supporting production planning, capacity analysis, and procurement.
• Convert planned process orders to executable orders, ensuring plan feasibility.
• Coordinate with warehouse to ensure component availability and timely shipment.
• Monitor component availability against the plan.
• Plan and coordinate rework and scrap activities.
• Serve as SME for assigned tasks and support technical projects.
• Own KPI reporting and coordinate related actions.
• Analyze data to support projects and recommend improvements.
• Manage planning for a portfolio of commercial products, understanding all constraints and dependencies.

Basic Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or relevant experience.
• 2-5 years planning experience in an industrial setting.
• Proficiency with SAP ECC Planning.
• Knowledge of GMP standards.
• Familiarity with S&OP processes.
• Understanding of production planning concepts such as MRP and scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Master’s Degree or APICS certification.
• Over 5 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• Understanding of Class A principles.
• Experience with Rapid Response RR and SAP planning systems.
• Experience in pharmaceutical production, especially fill-finish.
• Knowledge of QMTS.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Basic understanding of quality systems and manufacturing processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Effective communication across functions and sites.
• Ability to clearly communicate findings and make actionable recommendations.
• Maintains composure under pressure.
• Navigates ambiguity effectively.
• Works independently, developing practical solutions aligned with objectives.