Assistant Manager Supply Chain ( Material Planning)

Job Summary:

production planning and material planning

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning:

• Develop and implement

  production schedules

  to align with business and export requirements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, QA, and regulatory teams to ensure timely batch production.
• Monitor production performance against plans and take corrective actions when needed.
• Optimize capacity utilization and minimize production downtime.

Material Planning & Procurement:

• Ensure availability of raw materials, APIs, packaging materials, and other critical inputs based on demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with procurement teams and suppliers to maintain an efficient supply chain.
• Analyze material requirements and manage safety stock levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Work closely with regulatory teams to ensure compliance with international export guidelines.

Supply Chain Coordination & Optimization:

• Develop and maintain

  supply chain KPIs

  (e.g., OTIF, inventory turnover, forecast accuracy, and order fulfillment rate).
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in the supply chain to enhance

  efficiency and cost-effectiveness

  .
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PLs) and distribution partners for timely exports.
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and international pharmaceutical regulations.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Utilize

  Excel, PowerPoint, Macros, and Power BI

  to analyze supply chain data and generate actionable insights.
• Develop dashboards for real-time monitoring of inventory, production progress, and supply chain KPIs.
• Prepare

  presentations and reports

  for management on supply chain performance and improvement strategies.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong experience in

  production & material planning

  in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in

  Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, macros), PowerPoint, Power BI

  for data visualization and decision-making.
• Knowledge of

  ERP/SAP systems

  for production and inventory management.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, quality, and regulatory teams.
• Familiarity with global supply chain best practices and export regulations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in

  Supply Chain Management, Operations, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related fields

  .
• 6-10 years of experience in

  pharmaceutical supply chain, production planning, and material management

  .
• Experience in an

  export-oriented pharmaceutical organization

  is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with

  SAP, Power BI, and automation tools

  is an added advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a

  global pharmaceutical environment

  with high-impact supply chain projects.
• Exposure to cutting-edge

  data analytics tools

  to optimize production and planning processes.
• A dynamic and collaborative work culture that fosters growth and innovation.