Production Planner - Supply Chain GMP
About The Position
SOKOL GxP Services is a trusted provider of CQV and compliance solutions for leading life sciences companies. Our team delivers tailored services in equipment and facility qualification, sterilization, temperature mapping, and workforce solutions, supporting critical operational needs across the pharmaceutical sector. We are seeking a Production Planner to join our client engagement in New Brunswick, NJ. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring seamless supply chain operations and timely delivery of pharmaceutical products. The Production Planner will collaborate closely with internal planning teams and external Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) to optimize supply, demand, and logistics processes.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related discipline
- Between 4 and 7+ years of experience in supply chain or manufacturing environments, particularly within the pharmaceutical or consumer goods sectors
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel along with strong skills in the Microsoft Office suite
- 3-5 years experience working with an ERP system
- 3+ years In-depth knowledge of master scheduling, forecasting, customer service, logistics, distribution, and inventory management
- Solid understanding of MPS, MRP, forecasting techniques, and the impact of sourcing decisions
- Ability to work in a hybrid setting in New Brunswick, NJ, with at least 50% of time spent on-site and the flexibility to increase on-site presence beyond 50% based on business needs.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience coordinating with contract manufacturers (CMOs) or external manufacturing partners
- Experience with SAP ERP
- Project management experience
Responsibilities
- Coordinating supply chain activities between internal planning and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)
- Communicating supply and demand information to relevant stakeholders
- Executing and tracking supply and purchase orders to support on-time delivery and customer service levels
- Managing order exceptions, shortages, allocations, and stock-outs
- Maintaining open order reporting and shipping plan communications
- Supporting campaign timing and tolled material consumption
- Coordinating reworks and redress activities at CMO sites
- Assessing and escalating supply disruptions and quality events
- Providing forecasts and input to performance metrics
- Supporting priority planning and special projects
- Escalating issues to the Supply Chain Manager as needed
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Holiday pay
- 401(k) program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects with a leading biopharma company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
