Company Description

Vertex Advisory Services is a specialized talent-hiring service provider in the field of engineering. We offer comprehensive solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each client, streamlining the hiring process and helping businesses attract and retain top engineering talent.

Job Title - NPI Supply Planner

Location - Santa Monica, CA / Onsite

Job type - 12 Months Contract

Job Description:

The Supply Planner is responsible for the development, communication, and execution of product-specific supply plans for all relevant markets. The job will require close collaboration with cross-functional teams within the development and manufacturing functions. The Supply Planner will ensure best practices are deployed in Supply and Inventory Management processes.

This position is based in Santa Monica, CA, and will report directly to the Sr. Manager of the Global Supply Chain.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:

* Develop and deploy supply plans based on sales forecasts, new product introduction plans, and other planning parameters

* Work with internal and external manufacturers on a routine basis to deliver requested finished goods, and bulk (drug product) according to scheduled timeline and quantity requirements

* Participate in the development of the supply planning strategy and implement relevant elements

* Optimize inventory position to limit excess and obsolete inventory while ensuring uninterrupted supply

* Work cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, and R&D to address supply-impacting issues

* Participate in new product introduction projects and supply plans are developed, communicated, and executed in support of the project timelines

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

* Knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and best practices including experience in three or more of the following areas: Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Materials Management, Inventory Management, and/or Sales & Operations Planning

* Strong business process and ERP systems knowledge (preferably SAP)

* BS or MS in Supply chain, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related area

* Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

* Certifications or continuous learning with APICS, ISM, or other accredited professional organizations are a plus

* A minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain

* Familiarity with the pharmaceutical GMP environment

* Proficiency in Excel is required

Additional Details:

The department is responsible for the pipelining of all Gilead and Kite products. Candidate must have extremely strong planning experience and must be comfortable working on many products at once. Strong Excel experience is also required.

If you are comfortable please send your resume to Girish.H@vertexadvisoryservices.com

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