About the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented Senior Planner to own supply planning for our finished goods, including generic Rx, branded, and non-Rx products. You will leverage your problem-solving abilities, motivation, and experience to determine order mix and quantities that support sales and inventory goals while optimizing storage capacity. We are looking for a self-starter that will drive process improvement by building out tools and metrics to support operations planning.
You Will:- Own buying recommendations for generic Rx, branded, and non-Rx finished goods based on reorder points, safety stock, and the demand forecast
- Partner with Demand Planning to flag forecast changes that affect the supply plan and align on risks and opportunities
- Partner with Supply Chain on supplier allocations, MOQs, and lead times so buying recommendations reflect real supply constraints
- Plan inventory across multiple sites and recommend PO reroutes to balance stock and prevent shortages
- Perform a weekly inventory reconciliation to ensure the data reflects accurate inventory numbers
- Track and report Weeks of Cover, E&O, and inventory turns for assigned categories, and own corrective actions when they drift
- Balance service level against inventory investment and flag the working capital impact of buy decisions to Finance
- Track upcoming expirations, NDC changes, new product launches, and SKU transitions; coordinate with other material planners on the team so packaging and/or collateral and finished goods inventory cut over together, and with the sites to quarantine and dispose of product
- Articulate and document all risks resulting from inventory levels including disposals, risk due to expiration and inventory shortages
- Bring buy, risk, and disposal recommendations to Ops Planning leadership and cross-functional partners, and drive decisions to closure
- Work with cross functional partners in Supply Chain and Operations to solve inventory overages and shortages
- Identify gaps in planning processes and tools and improve them, partnering with analytics to automate reporting and buying recommendations
- Mentor and cross-train other planners on the team, and help set planning standards across categories
- Support raw material and packaging planning and special projects as the team's scope grows
You Have:- 5+ years experience in supply or inventory planning, ideally finished goods in a regulated, lot-controlled environment (pharma, OTC, or CPG)
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or a related field
- 3+ years experience with ERP systems, planning systems and replenishment systems is preferred
- Excel and Google Sheet proficiency including experience with data manipulations - Lookups, PivotTables, External Data Connections
- SQL experience preferred; BigQuery a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate in a clear and concise manner
- Experience presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders and influencing decisions without direct authority
- Ability to think through complex problems and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities
- Detail-oriented and exceptionally organized
Our Benefits (there are more but here are some highlights):- Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
- Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
- Offsite team retreats
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply-even if you're not sure if your background or experience is a perfect match.
