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Materials Management Planner (clinical manufacturing)
 YOH Services LLC | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge | |
 Apr 04, 2025 | |
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Materials Management Planner (clinical manufacturing) Category: Employment Type: Reference: Job ID: 2025-9119
***No to Warehouse Associates / Candidates - this is not that type of role Summary: This role involves ensuring the continuous, uninterrupted flow of raw materials to support internal manufacturing operations. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Material Management, you'll be tasked with maintaining strategies to optimize material planning, procurement, and inventory control, all while upholding the highest standards of quality and service. Key Responsibilities : * Partner with Manufacturing teams to develop material plans in support of internal manufacturing. * Develop material forecasts (as needed). * Execute material planning and procurement activities based on manufacturing schedules and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) principles. * Set and maintain safety stock and replenishment strategies for production materials and consumables. * Maintain and update SAP master data entry as directed. * Monitor SAP transactions and business activities related to material management to ensure inventory accuracy and timely supply of raw materials. * Create and modify requisitions and purchase orders for direct materials. * Expedite open orders. * Reconcile and resolve invoice discrepancies. * Strategically manage and report on raw material inventory to minimize operational disruptions and exposure to excess and obsolete inventory (E&O). * Develop strong relationships with Manufacturing, Global Planning, CMC, Regulatory, Commercial, Clinical Operations, Clinical Supply, QA, Development, etc. * Communication with internal stakeholders and external vendors. Qualifications * B.S. in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or science-related discipline or 1-3 years' experience in a Supply Chain Planning role, preferably in a Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical environment. * Strong understanding of supply chain planning policies and procedures such as materials management, inventory controls, and process optimization. * Strong analytical skills to effectively resolve material management issues and forecast inaccuracies. * Solid understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, GMP principles, and new product introduction. * Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferred). * Excellent verbal and written communication skills and work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced environment. * Demonstrated ability to adapt to change and handle both routine and non-routine responsibilities with attention to detail and problem-solving capability. * High level of proficiency in Excel and Data Analysis. * Bachelor's degree required. * Relevant industry certifications are a plus (APICS CSCP/CPIM). Estimated Min Rate: $24.85 Estimated Max Rate: $35.50 Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply. Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process. For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. | |