Materials Planning Manager

The role involves overseeing the planning, coordination, and control of materials necessary for production and operations. The incumbent ensures optimal inventory levels, timely procurement, and efficient material flow to meet production schedules and customer demands. This position requires developing effective planning strategies, monitoring supply chain performance, and collaborating closely with procurement, production, and logistics teams to minimize costs while maintaining quality and service standards. Additionally, the role focuses on driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance forecasting accuracy, reduce lead times, and support overall organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

- Analyze production schedules and sales forecasts to accurately plan material requirements and support manufacturing capacity.
- Create and manage purchase requisitions and orders, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any issues.
- Monitor inventory levels to optimize stock, reduce holding costs, and prevent shortages.
- Collaborate with production, purchasing, and logistics teams to ensure smooth material flow and mitigate potential delays.
- Utilize SAP to track material movements, maintain inventory records, and generate reports on availability and usage.
- Drive process improvements in materials planning to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Develop and execute material planning strategies aligned with production requirements.
- Run and manage SAP MRP processes to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Optimize inventory levels while balancing service quality, cost efficiency, and supply continuity.
- Monitor inventory performance regularly and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
- Manage supply risks, material shortages, and delivery challenges proactively.
- Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data within SAP.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing planning efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

- Master’s degree in a relevant field.
- 8 to 12 years of experience in Materials Planning, Supply Planning, or Production Planning.
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in team leadership or people management.
- Proven experience within the pharmaceutical industry is mandatory.
- Strong hands-on expertise with SAP, particularly in MRP and MM modules.
- Good understanding of API, formulation, packaging, material traceability, and expiry management.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Strong communication abilities, with effective stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

No preferred qualifications or benefits were specified for this position.