Upsher-Smith

Sr. Supply Planner

Upsher-Smith • $108K — $150K *
Maple Grove, MN 55311In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field.
  • 7-10+ years of supply chain experience in pharmaceutical or related industries.
  • Cross-functional project team experience required.
  • Proficiency in SAP is necessary.
  • Advanced Excel and data analysis skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end supply planning for a defined portfolio of pharmaceutical products.
  • Ensure demand, supply, and capacity alignment across contract manufacturing organizations.
  • Lead scenario planning and identify supply risks with actionable mitigation plans.
  • Manage relationships with critical suppliers and oversee contract manufacturer partnerships.
  • Conduct regular supplier meetings to review performance against key metrics like OTIF and lead time reliability.
  • Establish inventory strategies, including safety stock levels and targets, to optimize inventory management.
  • Assist in the development of supply chain analytics and continuous improvement processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for indirect mentoring of junior procurement specialists.
  • Engagement in critical projects that impact business continuity and supply risks.
  • Participation in the S&OP/IBP process, providing strategic analytical insights.
  • Collaboration with various departments to maintain accurate supply chain records.
  • Dynamic and fast-paced work environment offering personal development opportunities.
Full Job Description
Summary

Responsible for end to end supply planning for portfolio of pharmaceutical products (finished goods, API and components when appropriate) across a network of contract manufacturing organizations. Owns the development of robust supply pans, proactively manages supply risks and serves as a key interface between internal stakeholders and external partners. Ensure high service levels, optimized inventory and reliable supply continuity.

Essential Duties
  • Own supply planning for a defined portfolio - develop constrained and unconstrained supply plans over 3-24 month horizon
  • Ensure alignment between demand, supply and capacity across Contract manufacturing organizations
  • Lead scenario planning
  • Identify supply risks and develop mitigation plans; Completes necessary risk analysis research in support of business' critical projects, identifying potential solutions for mitigating risk; Escalate and resolve supply issues with external partners
  • Manages relationships with critical suppliers to the business.
  • Manages contract manufacturer relationships for assigned projects.
  • Responsible for planning CMO's and regular supplier meetings with scorecard review; Maintain cost control, delivery schedules and inventory levels based on desired goals and objectives; Drive performance against KPI's ie OTIF, Schedule Adherence, Lead Time reliability
  • Manage inventory strategies across network by setting appropriate safety stock levels and inventory targets
  • Proactively identify excess, slow moving and obsolete inventory
  • Assist in development of supply chain analytics; Analyze and improve key planning metrics and processes
  • Identifies and implements opportunities and/or processes to support Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Lead appropriate sections of supply review as part of S & OP/IBP process providing supply constraints, capacity outlook and inventory position projections; Translate supply risks into financial and service impacts
  • Maintenance of SAP Purchasing systems including but not limited to the following: order entry, vendor records, info records, source lists and material masters. Coordinate with other departments to maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM's).
  • Resolution of invoice discrepancies and quality issues (SCAR's) to ensure a continued supply of quality materials for production or other business uses. Recovery of costs for rejected materials and labor where applicable.
  • Control and communication of but, not limited to the following: approved artwork and packaging specifications, COA's/COC's and regulatory information.
  • Provide purchasing forecast and PO's adhering to contracted lead times to suppliers and manage supplier reviews.
  • Proficient in the use of SAP.
  • May mentor or provide indirect leadership to Sr. Procurement Specialist or Procurement Specialist, as needed.
  • Perform other duties as directed by the Senior Director, Supply Chain.


Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field.
  • 7-10+ supply chain experience in pharmaceutical, cosmetic or related industry. Cross functional, project team experience required.
  • SAP experience required.


Skills
  • Ability to negotiate. Strong communication skills.
  • Knowledge of common law, Uniform Commercial Code, traffic law, and compliance with anti-trust laws.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical production processes and equipment. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and Regulatory requirements.
  • Knowledge of and adherence to published Upsher-Smith Standard Operating Procedure, policies and safety practices.
  • Ability to read and utilize an MRP report. CPSM or equivalent certification desired.
  • Advanced Excel and data analysis skills required


Salary Range:108,000 - 150,000

About Upsher-Smith

Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The company was founded in 1919 and is now a subsidiary of Sawai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Upsher-Smith develops, manufactures, and markets prescription and over-the-counter products in the areas of women's health, dermatology, cardiology, and neurology. The company has a strong commitment to quality and innovation, and is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of patients.
Learn more about Upsher-Smith
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
* Ladders Estimates

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