[ref. d49799322] Supply Chain Planner / Senior Supply Chain Planner - Guildford

Your focus will be on maintaining stock levels, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate the replenishment of finished goods to distribution centers and third-party partners.
• Monitor stock levels to minimize write-offs and initiate redistribution activities when necessary.
• Manage relationships with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) to ensure strong partnerships.
• Organize and oversee shipments, including customs documentation and quality release processes.
• Conduct planning across multiple sites and markets to align supply with market demand.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to define annual quantities and deliver forecasts to suppliers.
• Ensure timely execution of supply chain activities in SAP, maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee logistics operations, adhering to Good Distribution Practices (GDP) and quality management systems.
• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and performance scorecard development for CMOs.
• Lead the team in the absence of the line manager.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Experience in the pharmaceutical or FMCG industry, with a focus on forecasts, planning, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.
• Proven skills in supplier relationship management and negotiation.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in GDP and GMP practices.
• Agile thinker with problem-solving skills and a growth mindset.
• Integrity, high ethical standards, and teamwork orientation.
• Familiarity with SAP ByDesign and strong MS Office skills.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Ed Little at e.little@proclinical.com.

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