Job Description

Job Summary

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The Production Planner is responsible for developing and managing efficient production schedules to meet demand forecasts, optimize resource utilization, ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards, and minimize downtime in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Develop and maintain detailed production plans based on sales forecasts, inventory levels, and customer orders.


Coordinate with procurement, quality assurance, warehouse, and manufacturing teams to align production plans.


Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as necessary to avoid delays and ensure timely product delivery.


Ensure planning aligns with cGMP, regulatory requirements (e.g., USFDA, EMA, WHO), and internal quality standards.


Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to improve production flow and reduce lead times.


Prepare production reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) for senior management.


Manage material requirement planning (MRP) to ensure raw material availability.


Participate in capacity planning and long-term production strategy development.


Ensure documentation and planning systems (e.g., SAP, ERP) are up to date and accurate.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, or related field; MBA/Supply Chain certification is a plus.


5-10 years of experience in production planning in pharmaceutical manufacturing (formulations).


Strong understanding of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory compliance.


Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).


Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, or related field; MBA/Supply Chain certification is a plus.

Experience:

8 -12 years of experience in production planning in pharmaceutical manufacturing (formulations).

Skills:

Knowledge of injectable manufacturing & packing process - Expert ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred). - Proficient GMP Compliance & Documentation - Adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory norms (USFDA, EU, WHO) - Intermediate Accurate and detailed record-keeping of every step in the injectable manufacturing & packing process - Proficient Ensuring all manufacturing equipment is calibrated and working within required parameters - Proficient * Identifying and resolving issues with manufacturing equipment, ensuring minimal downtime - Proficient