Catalent Pharma Solutions Inc

Manager Planning

Catalent Pharma Solutions Inc • $90K — $120K *
Malvern, PA 19355In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning or production scheduling, preferably in pharmaceutical or food manufacturing
  • Technical supply chain certification (e.g., APICS) preferred
  • Expert in supply chain operations, including planning and KPI performance management
  • Proven success in driving Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Proficient in advanced analytics and experience with tools like Excel, Power BI, and Tableau
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, specifically JDE or SAP preferred
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic oversight and leadership in Planning, Supply Chain, and Continuous Improvement functions
  • Align planning and CI initiatives with business objectives in partnership with the Site Leadership Team
  • Execute initiatives based on ROI, risk, and operational impact
  • Manage end-to-end production planning and customer order fulfillment, ensuring schedule integrity
  • Establish and monitor KPIs, reporting performance to leadership
  • Drive standardization and scalability in planning and supply chain processes
  • Facilitate cross-functional forums to resolve planning conflicts and maintain production integrity
  • Champion a culture of Continuous Improvement through Lean Six Sigma methodology.
  • Deliver performance improvements via data-driven CI initiatives.

Benefits

  • Defined career path with annual performance reviews
  • Diverse and inclusive company culture
  • Potential for career growth within a dedicated organization
  • 152 hours of paid time off and 8 paid holidays annually
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision starting on day one
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education
  • 401K matching and paid time off accrual
  • Opportunities for community engagement and green initiatives.
Full Job Description
Planning Manager

Position Summary:

  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM
  • 100% on-site


Catalent Micron Technologies Malvern facility specializes in particle size reduction technologies and integrated analytical services for the pharmaceutical industry. It is equipped with advanced systems to handle highly potent and cytotoxic compounds, and provide leading analytical services associated with particle size engineering and material characterization testing from early-stage development to commercialization.

The Manager, Planning drives supply chain efficiency and operational excellence by leading production planning, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration, while partnering internally and externally to deliver measurable business results aligned with organizational goals.

The Role:
  • Provide strategic oversight and hands-on leadership across Planning, Supply Chain, and Continuous Improvement (CI) functions
  • Partner with the Site Leadership Team to align planning and CI initiatives with business and site objectives
  • Prioritize and execute initiatives based on ROI, risk, and operational impact
  • Lead end-to-end production planning and customer order fulfillment, ensuring schedule integrity, data accuracy, and cost-effective delivery
  • Establish and monitor KPIs (e.g., Schedule Adherence, Inventory Turns, Cost Savings) and report performance to Site Leadership Team and Executive Leadership Team.
  • Drive standardization, governance, and scalability of planning and supply chain processes
  • Lead cross-functional forums to resolve planning conflicts and protect the production plan
  • Champion a strong CI culture through Lean Six Sigma leadership, coaching, and training
  • Deliver sustained cost savings and performance improvements through data-driven CI initiatives
  • All other duties as assigned.


The Candidate:
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, or a related discipline
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain planning or production scheduling, preferably within pharmaceutical or food manufacturing environments, with demonstrated hands-on experience managing planning processes and executing production schedules.
  • Technical supply chain or commercial certification (e.g., APICS) preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in supply chain operations, including production planning, order fulfillment, KPI development, and performance management within a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • A proven track record of driving Continuous Improvement initiatives within planning and/or operations, supported by a solid understanding of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies; background in production, operations, or Operational Excellence preferred.
  • Proficiency in advanced analytics, with hands-on experience developing dashboards, metrics, and performance reporting using tools such as Excel, Power BI, and Tableau.
  • Experience working with ERP systems, with JDE experience preferred; experience with SAP or other ERP platforms a plus.
  • Technical supply chain or commercial certification (e.g., APICS) preferred.
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills, paired with excellent organizational, problem-solving abilities and a continuous improvement mindset.


Why You Should Join Catalent:
  • Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
  • Diverse, inclusive culture
  • Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
  • 152 hours of paid time off annually + 8 paid holidays
  • Competitive salary with yearly bonus potential
  • Community engagement and green initiatives
  • Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
  • Tuition Reimbursement


About Catalent Pharma Solutions Inc

Catalent Pharma Solutions Inc is a global provider of advanced delivery technologies, development, and manufacturing solutions for drugs, biologics, gene therapies, and consumer health products. The company operates in four segments: Softgel and Oral Technologies, Biologics, Oral and Specialty Delivery, and Clinical Supply Services. Catalent Pharma Solutions serves customers in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and consumer health. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey.
Learn more about Catalent Pharma Solutions Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Founded
2007
* Ladders Estimates

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