Senior Planner

LanceSoft Inc

Cambridge, MA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

APICS (Association for Operations Management), Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), Billing, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Channel Strategies, Communication Skills, Computer Networks, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Data Sets, Disease, Drug Manufacturing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Forecasting, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Management, Materials Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Patient Care, Power BI, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Planning, Product/Service Launch, Production Management, Production Schedule, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Risk, Risk Management, SAP, SAP BusinessObjects Business Intelligence (BI), Sales & Operations Process (S&OP), Schedule Development, Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt, Spreadsheets, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Transaction Processing/Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Cambridge, MA

POSTED

1 day ago

Remote/ Onsite: Hybrid Senior Planner, Materials Management Overview We are advancing RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics to improve outcomes for patients with serious diseases. We bring together scientific innovation, operational excellence, and collaboration to make a meaningful difference for patients around the world. Position Overview Work Environment Hybrid schedule: 2 days onsite required Thursdays are mandatory onsite Second onsite day is flexible Manager strongly prefers candidates who value onsite collaboration Candidates willing to come onsite more frequently (34 days/week) is ideal Tight-knit, highly collaborative team environment Schedule Standard hours: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM Some flexibility available No weekend work required Start Date / Contract Target start: ASAP Interviews 3 ROUNDS (1X1, Panel, 1x1) Interviews will be conducted via Zoom Final round includes interview with manager based in Amsterdam Core Responsibilities This role will own a portfolio of specialty raw materials, including volatile and expensive materials. Responsibilities include: Managing production schedules and forecasting Performing analytics with limited or incomplete data Supporting new chemistries/material launches Communicating material status updates to stakeholders Working cross-functionally with internal and external manufacturing teams Managing purchase orders (POs) and invoicing Supporting strategic materials planning Developing reporting and planning analysis The manager emphasized the need for someone comfortable: Making informed assumptions with limited data Thinking creatively and analytically Operating in complex manufacturing/supply chain environments Required Skills & Experience Top Must-Haves Supply Chain / Materials Planning Experience Strong background in: Supply Chain Management Materials Planning Buyer/Planner functions Manufacturing environments Analytical & Forecasting Skills Experience with: Forecasting Production scheduling Reporting/analytics Data-driven decision making Must be comfortable working with incomplete data sets Communication & Collaboration Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience dealing with difficult customers/stakeholders Highly collaborative and cross-functional mindset Team-player mentality is critical Technical Requirements Required Tools SAP Power BI Advanced Excel skills including: Excel Macros Creating and troubleshooting macro-enabled spreadsheets Microsoft VBA Education & Certifications Bachelors degree required Major in Supply Chain Management Preferred Certifications Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt APICS Experience Level Target range: 47 years Open to candidates with significantly more experience (1015+ years) Key Takeaways from Hiring Manager Strong Candidate Indicators Manufacturing/supply chain planning background Analytical thinker comfortable with ambiguity Strong communication skills Collaborative/team-oriented Willingness to be onsite beyond minimum requirements Experience supporting strategic or specialty materials Plays an important role in supporting material availability across internal and external manufacturing operations. In this role, you will work closely with Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Development, Regulatory, Clinical, and Commercial teams to translate demand into material strategies, strengthen inventory performance, and help deliver reliable supply. Summary of Key Responsibilities Planning & Material Strategy Partner with Global Supply Planning, Development, and Manufacturing teams to turn demand assumptions into material plans. Manage material planning and procurement activities in support of manufacturing schedules and MRP requirements. Contribute to the S&OP process and build strong cross-functional relationships across the business. Inventory & System Management Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for commercial and development products. Help optimize safety stock, reorder points, and replenishment parameters to support reliable supply. Monitor SAP transactions and material flow to support inventory accuracy and continuity of supply. Manage raw material inventory to balance service, risk, and excess exposure. Procurement & Supplier Coordination Create purchase requisitions and purchase orders for direct materials and help expedite critical orders when needed. Work with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve invoice and supply issues. Analysis & Continuous Improvement Support scenario planning, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications 47 years of experience in supply chain planning, materials management, or a related role in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or another regulated manufacturing environment; or a masters degree with 24 years of relevant experience. Strong understanding of materials planning, inventory control, procurement coordination, and continuous improvement methodologies. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage risk, resolve material issues, and improve planning accuracy. Knowledge of pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing, GMP principles, and new product introduction. Experience working with ERP systems, ideally SAP, along with strong Excel and data analysis skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions in a fast-paced environment. Bachelors degree required; advanced degree or MBA preferred. A thoughtful, detail-oriented, and adaptable approach to both routine and non-routine responsibilities.

About the Company

LanceSoft Inc

We are a $125 Million, NMSDC-certified Minority & Woman owned Workforce Solutions Company headquartered in the DC metro area with presence across US with global presence - Canada, Mexico, India, UK, Malaysia, Indonasia, Hongkong, Singapore, UAE. We are specialized in providing Workforce Solutions, SOW project delivery, Engineering Solutions, Creative Services. We currently support 100+ Fortune companies globally and across multiple industry segments. We are currently supporting several massive programs across industry segment nationally/globally (Intel, Ally, AMD, QUALCOMM, Morgan Stanley, Kraft/ Mondelez, MNP, Amdocs, Dell, SanDisk, Medtronic, Becton Dickinson, GE, Lockheed Martin, UTC, L-3 Communications, Caterpillar, BMW, Mercedes Benz, National Grid, Dominion, Energy Future Holdings, PSEG, 3M, Fidelity, Aetna, Humana, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Merck etc).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

COMPANY SIZE

2,000 to 2,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2000

WEBSITE

http://www.lancesoft.com/

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