Supply Planner

Position Overview

Job Specifications

• Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain Make-to-Stock (MTS) and Make-to-Order (MTO) supply plans with the right product mix, sizes, and concentrations while minimizing excess inventory and obsolescence.
  • Develop and execute capacity plans for designated manufacturing areas, managing planned/unplanned downtime, manufacturing constraints, and operational throughput.
  • Analyze demand requirements and sales forecasts to identify bottlenecks, communicate capacity overloads, and recommend actionable solutions to senior management and the Vista manufacturing team.
  • Direct Production Planners to ensure timely execution of forecasted demand, providing alternative strategies when deviations occur, and maintain a 3-month detailed batch allocation forecast.
  • Coordinate with Purchasing, Commercial, Controlling, Quality, and Regulatory teams regarding product name changes, new product launches, component implementation, and Bill of Materials (BOM) updates.
  • Generate and present supply planning KPIs, reports, and training materials, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Provide expert-level SAP Planning and inventory management functionality, participate in system implementation projects, and deliver detailed analysis and scenario planning for product supply options.
• Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Science, or a related field required (Advanced degree preferred); APICS or similar professional certification is a plus.
  • Experience: At least 6 years of work experience in Production/Supply Planning or an equivalent combination within a planning/manufacturing environment, preferably in a biological or pharmaceutical setting.
  • Critical Technical Skills (Strict Requirement): Proficiency in the SAP ERP system and Microsoft Office (Excel) is mandatory; candidates without strong Excel or SAP experience will not be considered and will be heavily vetted during interviews. Experience with reporting tools like PowerBI or Tableau is highly appreciated.
  • Core Competencies: Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations, complex blood and plasma processing, manufacturing constraints, and supply chain processes; exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership skills.

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications 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.