Supply Chain Planning Supervisor

Supply Chain Planning Supervisor

Mission/Scope

The Supply Chain Planning Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the efficient and uninterrupted supply of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods by developing and executing robust demand and supply planning strategies. This role acts as a key interface between production, procurement, quality, and commercial teams to optimize inventory levels, ensure timely production schedules, and meet customer service levels while maintaining compliance with pharmaceutical regulatory standards. The Planning Supervisor drives continuous improvement in planning processes to support operational efficiency and business growth.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support in setting supply chain strategies & policies to achieve Servier 3vs & business plan.
• Run & roll monthly master planning with 18 months horizon and monitor / analyze actual sales performance vs. budget, forecast, & customer orders.
• Responsible for ensuring adequate stock to meet Master Production Schedule (MPS) & Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Participate in production & capacity planning activities to maximize the utilization of resources, meeting production schedules, volume, cost, waste, customer service & inventory levels targets.
• Issue / review detailed production schedules & work orders in accordance with required volumes, plant capacity and materials availability.
• Determine & review stocking & ordering policies periodically.
• Determine the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule. initiates purchase or production requisitions as appropriate.
• Participate in introducing / phasing out of product / formula to prevent stock out & obsolete risks in compliance with feasibility, regulations, market concerns & plant constraints.
• Responsible for order fulfillment process; including following up on batches release dates, order picking on ERP, & evacuation from warehouse.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Pharmacy.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a supply chain planning or related role within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with a solid understanding of production processes, GMP compliance, and material flow.
• Demonstrated performance record with consistent ratings of “Meets Expectations” or above (e.g., YDR 2022–2023 and 2023–2024) for internal candidates.
• Advanced education or certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., MBA, APICS CPIM/CSCP) is an asset.

Preferred Skills:

• Analytical Thinking & Root Cause Identification:
  Uses data to support planning decisions and systematically investigates issues to uncover underlying causes.
• Effective Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Communicates clearly and consistently with key departments such as Production, Quality, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial to ensure alignment and smooth operations.
• High Attention to Detail:
  Maintains precision and accuracy in developing production schedules and material requirements, reducing the risk of errors.
• Proactive Approach:
  Anticipates supply chain risks and operational bottlenecks early to implement preventive actions.
• Flexibility & Responsiveness:
  Adapts quickly to evolving priorities, regulatory changes, and shifts in demand within a dynamic pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong Time Management Skills:
  Effectively handles competing priorities across short-term and long-term planning needs, ensuring timely execution of supply chain activities.