Supply Chain Supervisor

West Pharmaceutical Services • Tempe, AZ

116d

About The Position

In this role, you will plan and prepare production schedules for the manufacture of device components for pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical device companies. Analyze production specifications, plant capacity data, and determine manufacturing processes, tools, and other resource requirements. Plan and schedule workflow for production according to established manufacturing capability and lead times. Plan sequence of production, sterilization, and other manufacturing operations for guidance of production workers. Confer with department supervisors to determine status of assigned projects. Expedite operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions. Prepare lists of required materials, tools, and equipment. Prepare purchase orders to obtain materials required in processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or relevant field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of production planning experience using advanced MRP system within a manufacturing environment.
• Sound knowledge of MS Office required.
• Strong analytical, excel, report development skills and business acumen.
• Ability to assess opportunities in the business and apply supply chain related solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in related field preferred.
• Sound knowledge of SAP (S4Hana) preferred.
• Manufacturing/Lean Six Sigma Certification-IASSC Lean, Agile or Six Sigma preferred.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and execute the S&OP activities to drive customer satisfaction and expose internal risk.
• Manage Supply Planning activities related to Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP)/Capacity Modeling and inventory management across raw materials, WIP and Finished Goods.
• Facilitate cross functional alignment through supply review processes to ensure accurate forecasting and coordinated inventory management across departments.
• Serve as the key driver for projecting revenue on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Collaborate with the Sales Department to analyze future demand and align internal production efforts to meet customer requirements.
• Establish relationships with the customers and suppliers in pursuit of win-win results.
• Engage with cross functional teams daily, including Operations, Engineering and Quality.
• Utilize advanced data analytics skills, including proficiency in Excel and Power BI tools, to drive decision-making.
• Direct the management of suppliers and the procurement of direct and indirect materials to support operational needs.
• Foster collaborative, strategic relationships with supplier-customer partners along the supply chain to ensure seamless execution of demand.
• Resolve imbalances between production schedules and customer demand by recommending network options to support efficiencies.
• Analyze standard KPI trends at regional and plant levels to inform strategic decisions.
• Lead monthly execution meetings to focus on yearly KPI targets and monthly trends, driving actionable insights and improvements.
• Undertake other duties as assigned to support operational and strategic goals.

Benefits

• Opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development.
• Support for physical, mental, emotional and financial health of team members and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees