End-to-End Pharma Supply Chain Planner — SAP & GMP

STADA Arzneimittel AG; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Supply Chain Planner based in Reading, UK. This role involves managing the complete supply chain from raw materials to finished goods, ensuring compliance with GMP standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, excellent communication skills, and experience in supply chain management, particularly within the pharmaceutical sector. Attractive perks include a competitive salary, annual bonus, and health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health benefits from BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Free winter flu jab

Wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Possess excellent communication and strong planning skills.
• Experience in planning and purchasing cycle including MRP is desirable.
• Pharma industry experience with knowledge of GMP/GDP is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and monitor end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Optimize SAP usage and review planning parameters.
• Negotiate with suppliers on inventory management parameters.
• Manage new product introductions and customer demands.
• Produce KPI reporting for supply chain metrics.
• Perform root cause analysis for supply planning improvements.
• Document supply chain processes and maintain SOPs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong planning

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Intermediate Excel knowledge

Education

Degree or CIPS/APICS/BPICS qualification

Tools

SAP or similar ERP system

Job description

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Supply Chain Planner based in Reading, UK. This role involves managing the complete supply chain from raw materials to finished goods, ensuring compliance with GMP standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, excellent communication skills, and experience in supply chain management, particularly within the pharmaceutical sector. Attractive perks include a competitive salary, annual bonus, and health benefits.