Planning/Buying interim management support

12 month temporary contract.

Background

My client are going through an exciting phase of expansion and undertaking a number of projects as a result. They are currently seeking a Planner/Buyer to work alongside an incumbent Planner/Buyer, to assist with an increased level of work.

• Liaise with internal customers to prepare weekly Production, Shipping & Packaging Schedules and issue to the plant.
• Provide the main driving focus for Operations Team in terms of Production / Shipping/ Packaging & Operations Team goals as well as being a key team member.
• Prepare on an annual basis a Long Range Plan (5yrs) by product / multi customer.
• Obtain & analyse forecast data from customers. Process in a timely manner & question any deviations from current trends to ensure complete accuracy of numbers.
• Prepare Production & Inventory Plans based on above forecast data taking into consideration current capacity availability (people / machines), STR requirements, expected Customer Service Levels and validation needs.
• Create Procurement schedules for raw materials, finishing supplies and packaging components using MAPS.
• Execute these Procurement schedules & raise PO's with vendors based on agreed prices / delivery dates.
• Monitor production performance weekly & realign production based on this performance data. Report major variances accordingly.
• Monitor inventory levels monthly. Report any deviation from plan and implement corrective actions where applicable.
• Maximise service to external customers ensuring all orders are supplied on time in order to avoid stockout.
• Ensure smooth transition of supply from Contract Manufacturing to Dublin and work with QO re Regulatory approvals for over 50 countries.
• Prepare monthly Customer Service, Supply & Inventory valuation reports.
• Co-ordinate the launch of new products/ presentations in the plant from item setup to shipment of first batch to customer. Work with QO re artwork changes.

Skills and Specifications

· Excellent planning skills, pharma experience preferable.

· Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills

· Computer skills

· Accuracy and attention to detail

· Professional attitude

· Methodical approach

· Motivated

· Team worker

· Flexible

· Honesty and Integrity

· Ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure.


For more information please send your CV to Jenny Navan by email: Jenny.Navan(at)cpl.ie or call: 01 614 6072