First point of contact for GSC&S & PET organisation related to the operational plan
GSC&S planning representative & 1st point of contact for PET/site functions related to the operational plan.
Interface of API/excipients/semi-finished product/packing components supply site and other internal sites
Accountable for having a complete set of the latest available capacity and resource/planning master data (available hours/calendar, maintenance, run rates, change overs/set up matrix, shift factors, OEE, BOMs, PVs, GR, GI, WIP, Lead Times) updated in the systems according to business rules.
Communicate any data changes which impact the tactical horizon.
Manage Planned Events process for assigned assets
System super users for APS/ERP
Co-ordinate with Network Supply Planner (NSP) on rolling weekly planned orders into the firm horizon
Develop detailed production schedule for the Frozen and Firm horizon (reflected in planning system) considering constrained production plan boundaries and an optimised production sequence (cost)
Optimize the usage of bulk and pack materials (end consumption, FIFO, shelf life planning) to avoid scrapping
Resolve short-term capacity and manpower issues
Ensure scheduling or urgent late call requirements (approved by NSP) to increase agility and flexibility taking into account business rules.
Analyse on a weekly basis executional supply alerts (including customer/market nodes) and escalate to NSP through S&OE process based on threshold
Rebalance the plan in the frozen horizon escalating to the NSP only where there is a service constraint, a significant trade off decision is required or where the change could impact the tactical plan
Monitor high priority orders carefully. Follow up on releases/deviations and trigger shipments with warehouse/logistics where needed. Escalate delays to NSP, whilst securing reflection in planning systems
Monitor production actuals vs the production schedule, escalate deviations potentially impacting to customer service. Analyse gaps vs schedule, perform root-cause analysis and create action plan to increase adherence
Advise QA/PET on timing/impact of deviations.
Generate production reports to operation for critical decision making purposes
Convert the detailed Schedule into process orders and communicate to PET while co ordinating internal stakeholders (QA, QC, Site Regulatory, Site Finance, Master Data, Warehouse) to ensure a realistic production plan
Communicate specific order/customer requirements to PET and site functions (eg specific shelf life requirements, tender specifics)
Communicate in advance manpower requirements for effective employee/shift rostering, weekly handshake with PET on agreed production schedule.
Make sure all processes/activities in this category are fully compliant with GMP, GSP, SHE requirements and company policy.
Make sure safety working activities for self & team.
Report all accidents, incidents and hazards.
100% join all of company SHE and compliance training and activities.
Education, Qualifications, Experience
University education with major in business or trade or others is preferential.
5 years or above working experience in supply planning.