Production Planning 

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, forecasts, and capacity constraints  

• Coordinate closely with manufacturing, quality, and warehouse teams to ensure schedule adherence  

• Monitor production progress and adjust plans as needed to address delays or changes in demand  

• Support new product introductions and tech transfers with planning and material readiness  

Procurement / Buying 

• Source and procure raw materials, packaging components, and services required for GMP manufacturing  

• Issue and manage purchase orders; track order status to ensure on-time delivery  

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete stock  

• Identify and qualify suppliers in collaboration with Quality and Regulatory teams  

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements where applicable  

Inventory & Materials Management 

• Monitor inventory levels and perform material requirements planning (MRP)  

• Ensure accurate inventory records in ERP systems  

• Collaborate with warehouse on receiving, storage, and material movement  

• Manage safety stock levels and reorder points  

Cross-Functional Coordination 

• Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure materials meet GMP and regulatory standards  

• Work with Finance on cost control, budgeting, and invoice reconciliation  

• Communicate with customers (as needed) regarding timelines and material availability  

• Support audits by providing documentation and traceability of materials  

Continuous Improvement 

• Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, supplier performance, and inventory turns  

• Participate in process improvement initiatives and system enhancements  

• Develop and track KPIs related to supply chain performance  

• Other duties as assigned 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Life Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience)  

• 3+ years of experience in planning, procurement, or supply chain within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment 

• Experience in a contract manufacturing (CMO/CDMO) environment preferred  

Skills & Knowledge 

• Strong understanding of GMP requirements and regulated environments  

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)  

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small, dynamic company setting  

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills  

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail