Supply-Chain Planning Analyst (Planner/Buyer), Materials Management

AstraZeneca•Gaithersburg, MD

About The Position

This role is responsible for executing supply and production plans to meet customer and business requirements, while balancing compliance, cost, and quality. The position involves utilizing and maintaining supply and account management information systems, such as SAP, for various planning functions. It requires providing excellent service to both internal and external customers, managing documentation for supply and distribution activities, and engaging in risk assessment and problem-solving within the supply chain. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for aligning manufacturing requirements and resolving queries. The role also includes preparing performance reports, supporting compliance with policies and regulations, and contributing to process and IT system initiatives for optimization and change management. Additionally, the position involves assisting in the understanding and application of supply chain principles.

Requirements

Secondary education or previous work experience
Knowledge of supply chain and/or account management principles
Experience using supply systems such as SAP
Ability to work in a dynamic, changing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in the pharmaceutical industry
Relevant professional qualification
Previous work in a supply chain environment
Excellent knowledge of AstraZeneca corporate policies and standards

Responsibilities

Execute supply and production plans to meet customer and business requirements, balancing compliance, cost, and quality considerations.
Use and maintain supply and account management information systems (such as SAP) for forecasting, planning, order processing, and inventory management.
Provide timely and professional service to internal and external customers, including marketing companies, operations sites, distribution partners, and suppliers.
Manage and monitor documentation and data for supply and distribution activities (e.g., invoices, returns, credit/debit notes, stock reconciliation) to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Engage in risk assessment, contingency planning, and problem-solving to mitigate issues in the supply chain and distribution processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to exchange key information, align on manufacturing requirements, and resolve supply and customer account queries.
Prepare and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring data integrity and continuous improvement of the supply planning process.
Support compliance with all company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements throughout supply chain and distribution activities.
Provide support for process and IT systems initiatives to drive optimization, efficiency, and change management across the supply function.
Assist with understanding and applying supply chain, planning, and distribution principles within the business and with external partners.