Project Manager - I

Job Title NPI Supply Planner
Location Parsippany NJ
Hybrid Onsite T/W/Th

Job Description:
The Supply Planner is responsible for the development communication and execution of product specific supply plans for all relevant markets. Job will require close collaboration with cross functional teams within the development and manufacturing functions. The Supply Planner will ensure best practices are deployed in Supply and Inventory Management processes.
This position is based in Parsippany NJ and will report directly to the Sr. Manager Global Supply Chain.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
Develop and deploy supply plans based on sales forecast new product introduction plans and other planning parameters
Work with internal and external manufactures on a routine basis to deliver requested finished goods and bulk (drug product) according to scheduled timeline and quantity requirements
Participate in the development of the supply planning strategy and implement relevant elements
Optimize inventory position to limit excess and obsolete inventory while ensuring uninterrupted supply
Work cross functionally with Quality Regulatory and R&D to address supply impacting issues
Participate in new product introduction projects and supply plans are developed communicated and executed in support of the project timelines

QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and best practices including experience in three or more of the following areas: Demand Planning Supply Planning Materials Management Inventory Management and/or Sales & Operations Planning
Strong business process and ERP systems knowledge (preferably SAP)
BS or MS in Supply chain Statistics Mathematics Engineering or related area
Analytical thinking and problemsolving skills
Certifications or continuous learning with APICS ISM or other accredited professional organizations a plus
A minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain
Familiarity with pharmaceutical GMP environment
Proficiency in Excel is required

Additional Details:
Department is responsible for the pipelining of all products. Candidate must have extremely strong planning experience and must be comfortable working on many products at once. Strong excel experience is also required.