Japan Site Planning Manager
Core
Develop optimal supply plans for specific SKUs aligned with manufacturing resources, ensuring product availability and cost optimization across the supply chain.
Role type
Senior Supply Planning Manager
Builds
Production schedules, inventory projections, and supply plans for critical APIs, raw materials, and components.
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing and supply chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supply chain planning, ERP system proficiency, capacity validation, inventory optimization, risk assessment, change control process management, stakeholder liaison
Preferred skills
SAP APO/ECC expertise, supply chain system implementation experience, additional regional languages (French, Spanish, Arabic), Supply Chain Professional certifications (CSCP, CPIM)
Technologies
SAP APO, SAP ECC, RMS, ERP systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate with Global Planning and Market Supply Chain for product alignment; develop supply plans for SKU subsets aligned to manufacturing resources; translate 24-month plans into projections for critical materials; optimize supply plans to minimize service impacts; manage stock at risk and support inventory optimization activities; act as delegate or deputy for Product Supply Management Lead.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management responsibilities