1. Master Production Scheduling (MPS) & Capacity Planning
- Develop and maintain an optimized MPS for Biopharmaceutical production balancing supply and demand.
- Collaborate with Supply Network Planning (SNP), regional supply chain, procurement and manufacturing teams to ensure accurate production scheduling.
- Assess production capacity and identify constraints proactively addressing bottlenecks.
- Ensure adherence to planning parameters, budgeted capacity assumptions, lead times and regulatory requirements.
2. Drug Substance (DS) and Drug Product (DP) Alignment
- Coordinate DS and DP production planning to ensure uninterrupted supplies to global markets.
- Manage inventory levels of DS and DP as per predetermined targets avoiding shortages and excess stocks.
- Align production schedules with new product launch requirements m regulatory filing strategies and market specific requirements.
3. Input Material Planning
- Develop a robust input material plan in line with lead time, inventory and safety stock targets.
- Coordinate with production to maintain accurate Bills of Materials and Master Data.
- Implement best practices for MRP automation .
4. Cross-functional Collaboration
- Work Closely with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, supply network planning and regional supply chain teams to ensure smooth execution of production plans.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely dispatches as per committed timelines.
- Collaborate with procurement, warehouse and quality to ensure raw material availability for uninterrupted manufacturing as per schedule.
- Support New Product Launches, process enhancements and changes by integrating them with MPS.
5. Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement
- Define track KPIs such as schedule adherence, supply plan vs actuals, inventory targets and service levels.
- Analyse data to identify patterns and make informed decisions regarding inventory levels and production schedules.
- Prepare reports for senior management, providing insights into planning metrics and performance.
- Implement lean manufacturing and planning practices to improve efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning and supply chain processes.
6. Leadership
- Lead and mentor a team of planners, providing direction and support to enhance their skills and performance.
- Foster a collaborative environment to ensure effective communication across departments.
