Production Scheduler / Sr. Production Scheduler (off-shift)

Job description

Job Description

NOTE: Local candidates only. No relocation available. Shift hours 12:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Rotating weekend support is also required.

PURPOSE
Production Scheduler / Sr. Production Scheduler, working under limited supervision, is responsible for developing and managing the execution of the commercial and clinical supply plan based on agreed upon lead times.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Execute the Commercial and Clinical Production Plan by performing planning and scheduling activities.
• Ensure transparency and priorities of orders to adhere to established throughput targets.
• Effectively communicate between all stakeholders (commercial hub, Quality Assurance and domestic and global manufacturing sites)
• Advise clinical and commercial sites to ensure seamless system data entries to adhere to lead times domestically and globally
• Manage relationships with couriers to align schedules for incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Collaborate with Import/Export groups to allow for smooth international shipments
• Determine and maintain the production schedule.
• Working knowledge of SAP and ability to learn cell chain software systems; ability to learn/work with new technology and systems
• Proven ability to think strategically to anticipate and plan for critical needs to support planning and scheduling operational efficiencies as required.

Supply Chain Principles – strong familiarity with and understanding of Materials Management principles such as (but not limited to) Master Production Schedule, Material Resource Planning, Capacity Resource Planning, Demand Resource Planning, purchasing, distribution, import/export, logistics, etc.

Pharmaceutical Production – knowledge of pharmaceutical operations and industry practices. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices. (cGMPs)

Leadership, Values and Behaviors
• Courteous/professional interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• Troubleshoots issues
• Communicates effectively and efficiently among peer groups. Promotes open communication among peers. Listens to others with empathy and tries to understand different views and opinions.
• Attention to detail and forward thinking ability.
• Perform a variety of duties to support team objectives.

Posting Title

Production Scheduler / Sr. Production Scheduler (off-shift)

Desired profile

Minimum requirements

Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering or Operations Research preferred.
• APICS certification strongly desired.

Languages: Fluent in speaking / writing in English

Experience:
• Minimum 2-4 years planning experience in a pharmaceutical operations environment.
• Experience working in a GMP environment preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical principles and supply chain practices and software systems, SAP preferred.
• Prior Novartis and Cell and Gene Therapy experience preferred.

PLEASE NOTE: The final level & title of the offered role will be determined by the hiring team, commensurate with the skills, experience & capabilities required to perform the role.
Job Type

Full Time
Country

USA
Work Location

East Hanover, NJ
Functional Area

Technical Operations
Division

Novartis Technical Operations
Business Unit

NTO BTDM
Employment Type

Regular
Company/Legal Entity

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
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