Production Planner

Production Planner 

Location: Schaffhausen (hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days home working)

Duration: 12 months (highly likely to be extended)

Essential: Background in planning, production and SAP, fluent in English and German

With a workforce of roughly 1,200 people, Cilag AG is one of the major producers of the Swiss pharmaceutical industry and one of the most important employers in the Schaffhausen region. Set up in 1936, the company has been a member of the Johnson & Johnson Group since 1959. Cilag AG is a center for launching and boosting growth in parenterals. The company produces high-quality pharmaceutical substances and products, from which patients benefit all over the world. Cilag AG belongs to the group of Johnson & Johnson pharmaceutical companies operating under the “Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson” trademark.

Be part of Global Planning, Schaffhausen Fill Finish site platform. The Global Material Requirements Planning team is responsible for the planning and replenishment of direct materials and consumables essential for the production of our pharmaceutical products for our patients. The Material planning team leads the inventory management of materials while optimizing Slow Moving and Obsolete (SLOB) values.

Planning and procurement of direct materials, converting the output of the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and the Detailed Schedule (DS) into material requirements to ensure availability of the right quantity of components to the production lines when needed; communicating the plan to the different suppliers within the agreed lead times

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Creation of new material SKU’s and maintenance of master data

• Shipments management, invoice reconciliations

• Support of finance team on Procurement and Inventory related items

• Own product specific planning KPI’s 

• Local product specific interface/single point of contact for Global Functions regarding tactical/operational topics

• Single point of contact for upstream plants

• Optimization of production schedules according to customer demand and available capacity (incl. scenario planning)

• Guarantee optimal customer service and address potential future supply constraints

• Material planning based on market demand

• Internal coordination within Planning of scheduling of a particular line in case of multiple products running on the same line

• Support of timely release in collaboration with local Quality Product Owner (lead)

• Identifies issue and or follows up on escalated items that may impact supply in the horizon from week 6 to 24 months with the EPL’s/POC’s(STEM 2, Criticalities, Quality)

• Own product specific MPS (generation, analysis, follow-up)

• Ad hoc participation in Global VSL Team meetings & product specific representation of the site (lifecycle management)

• Own local Value Stream Map of product and product specific KPI’s

• Identify cost improvement and lean opportunities; keep overview on product specific site projects beyond tactical supply

• Ensure objectives related to the goal alignment

• Ensure Monthly planning cycle in collaboration with other functions, support Business Plan process

• Makes and or coordinates simulations and issues recommendations for the Supply review meeting on asset/product level for the products under his/her product portfolio to support Management decisions

• Compliance with the GMP, EHS and SOX requirements and guidelines, which are connected to the respective function

how to succeed

Education & Experiences

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required. Advanced degree is preferred. APICS Supply Chain certification is preferred

• 3+ years of related experience in MFG and/or Logistics/supply chain preferred. Preferable within the pharma industry.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   

• Clear understanding of internal Supply Chain trends/flow

• Ability to act as change agent/leader  

• Collaborates effectively to achieve performance improvement

• Knowledge of SAP required

• Establishes effective communications 

• High analytical and quantitative skills, excellent communication.

• Strength in interdependent partnering

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and work in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly and tight deadlines exist.  

• Ability to partner with others; look for collaboration with people from different departments and all levels

• High resilience

What’s in it for you?

As the biggest health company in the world, we find it important to put the needs and well-being of our customers and employees first. Our recipe for success consists of crafting an inclusive work environment where everybody feels welcome and respected.

At Johnson & Johnson, we blend heart, science and ingenuity to profoundly change the trajectory of health for humanity.

https://www.cilag.ch/en/

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate.

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”