Manager, Supply Chain Planning
Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting!
Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.
Summary
Through leadership and management of supply planners and processes, responsible for ensuring that inventory is at or near target levels by managing the day-to-day relationship with Contract Management Organizations (CMO's), internal DS plants and DSI's Forecasting Team. Analyzes forecast against current inventory to provide required supply forecasts , creates Purchase Orders (PO's) and ensures that CMO's and internal DS plants are meeting DSI supply needs across the entire product portfolio.
Responsibilities
Manage the development of all packaging plans for CMO’s based on forecast and current inventory levels across all product portfolios. Manage the creation of production plans for finished goods. Analyze inventory trends and procure bulk drugs and finished goods. Coordinate efforts with CMO partners throughout the supply chain to achieve inventory plans. Manage supply planners (if applicable) to actively monitor inventory levels for packaged products, all materials, and production schedules. Manages month end financial close out. Communicates and elevates concerns with CMO performance if needed. Own the reporting and overseeing of all product metrics. Manages the operational activities required for import/export of products and materials coming from/going to locations outside of the USA.
Execute the processes for data collection and analysis for the department and for Global requests. Support the data collection for the Sales and Operations Planning (SOP) process.
Execute the processes required to update information regarding purchase and process order status, by coordinating cross-functional activities with Finance, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Inventory Control and Shipping/Receiving. Ensures that systems and software [SAP: Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Purchase Order Management, Inventory Management] are in place and up to date, to generate orders and to track and maintain inventory. Oversee operational activities to ensure systems and processes used in Supply Planning are functioning appropriately.
Qualifications
Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Education Qualifications (from an accredited college or university):
Bachelor's Degree required; a degree in Business, Logistics or related field preferred
Experience Qualifications:
4 or More Years overall related experience required
1 or More Years of experience in production planning and/or materials management required
1 or More Years of experience using an ERP system (preferably SAP) in the Supply Planning area required
4 or More Years of experience in production planning and/or materials management preferred
1 or More Years of knowledge of FDA requirements preferred
Ability to travel up to 20% Primary travel to domestic contract manufacturing locations and to global DS sites as required.
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Become a key player in the pharmaceutical industry as the Manager, Supply Chain Planning at Daiichi Sankyo in Basking Ridge, New Jersey! Here, you'll have the chance to be part of a company that has over 125 years of experience delivering innovative therapies to improve global healthcare. This role offers you the exciting responsibility of leading supply planners and managing complex supply chain processes to ensure our inventory consistently meets target levels. You will work closely with Contract Management Organizations and our internal plants, analyzing forecasts against real-time inventory to ensure we meet our supply needs across numerous product portfolios. It’s not just another job; it’s an opportunity to make a genuine impact in healthcare! You’ll develop packaging plans based on forecasts, coordinate with our CMO partners, and manage month-end financials. We're looking for someone who is proactive and organized, with strong analytical skills to stay ahead of inventory trends. Not only will you oversee the data collection and analysis needed for efficient operations, but you'll also ensure our systems like SAP are up-to-date and functioning smoothly. Join us at Daiichi Sankyo, where innovation meets collaboration, and help us achieve our goals in oncology and beyond!
To contribute to the enrichment of quality of life around the world through the creation of innovative pharmaceuticals, and through the provision of pharmaceuticals addressing diverse medical needs.
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