Planning Manager
Core
Lead end-to-end supply chain planning and S&OP processes for Lonza's Sagamihara manufacturing site to optimize production schedules, inventory, and service levels.
Role type
Senior IC supply chain planning manager
Builds
Monthly, quarterly, and annual supply plans; optimized production schedules; cross-functional inventory strategies
Domain
Life sciences / Pharmaceutical manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Production or supply planning experience, analytical and decision-making skills, cross-functional collaboration, leadership and people development, ERP knowledge (SAP)
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
SAP
Responsibilities
Lead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) cycle; Consolidate demand data from sales inputs, customer orders, and shipment trends; Develop and maintain supply plans by product group; Collaborate with schedulers to optimize short-term production schedules; Ensure timely material availability via MRP collaboration; Drive continuous improvement in planning processes; Lead and develop a team of planning professionals; Contribute to regional and global supply chain initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC