GMP Supply Chain Sr. Specialist - Planner/Buyer (contract) 55555

Vertex Pharmaceuticals•Waltham, MA

8d•$60 - $70

About The Position

The Supply Chain Senior Specialist will support Material Operations. The ideal candidate will have Planner/Buyer experience in a GMP/Pharmaceutical environment, experience working with raw materials and ERP systems.

Requirements

Hands-On Knowledge of raw material planning, and purchasing processes
Experience with ERP and digital planning systems.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with high degree of collaboration.
Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely (written/oral).
Experience with quality management systems (change controls, deviations, etc)
Strong prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Experience working in a cGMP environment
Experience in clinical and commercial drug product manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Support or manage projects related to material planning, and or material purchasing.
Participates in the creation and maintenance of material forecasts and replenishment models.
Draft and maintain supply planning models and reports to drive E&O analysis, SKU rationalization, and inventory balancing.
Drive material and supplier onboarding activities to include the creation of master files, material specifications, and initiate master data requests.
Create, track and publish open order reports.
Executes purchase requisitions for suppliers and coordinates material deliveries.
May perform or aid others in negotiation of schedule, delivery, cost, terms, etc.
Works with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve quality, delivery, or financial issues.
Collaborate with purchasing professionals and cross-functional stakeholders pursuing opportunities for continuous improvement.
Maintains purchasing master data to include lead time, pricing, approved vendors, etc.
Participates in the development and improvement of Materials planning and procurement processes, standard work, and tools.
Prioritize and perform assignments independently to satisfy required timelines, providing periodic updates and feedback to stakeholders and managers.
Maintain strong cross functional relationships to bolster communication with all stakeholders.