The Raw Materials Planning Manager leads a team to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing supply through disciplined procurement and planning operations
Job Summary
The Raw Materials Planning Manager leads a team to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing supply through disciplined procurement and planning operations.
This role requires balancing service reliability with inventory targets while proactively identifying and mitigating supply chain risks in a regulated environment.
The position involves close cross-functional partnership with Global Supply Planning, Finance, Quality, and Manufacturing to support business continuity and patient supply.
Matching Summary
The Raw Materials Planning Manager leads a team to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing supply through disciplined procurement and planning operations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Raw material planning execution
Purchase order lifecycle management
Invoice processing and reconciliation
Master data accuracy maintenance
Supply risk mitigation strategies
Team leadership of buyers
Nice-to-have
Regulated manufacturing environment experience
SAP or Rapid Response ERP expertise
Global matrixed organization operation
Process standardization mindset
Digital transformation contribution
Financial acumen for working capital
Key Requirements
Doctorate + 2 years OR Master's + 6 years OR Bachelor's + 8 years OR Associate's + 10 years OR High School + 12 years Supply Chain experience
Experience in raw material planning within biotech/pharma preferred
Demonstrated people leadership experience required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required