Production Planner

Production Planner (MRP) 

Location: Schaffhausen  (3 days office, 2 days home working)

Contract till: December 2024

Language Requirements: Fluent English, ideally German.

The Role:

Accountable for local E2E product flow and performance in alignment with Global Functions (EPLs, VSL’s, CAC’s) and local Quality Product Owner

• Point of Contact with Customer Management/Demand management and other stakeholders as required

• Continuous improvement of processes to reach the targets

• Responsible for capacity scenario analysis and reporting for Schaffhausen portfolio to support E2E decision

• Lead SRM preparation and reporting for Schaffhausen site

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• E2E configuration; collaboration with EPL to define and maintain local E2E planning parameters

• Ensure Monthly MPC with EPL and support BP process

• Ensure POC responsibilities for POC Brands

• Makes and or coordinates simulations and issues recommendations for the SRM 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.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required. Advanced degree is preferred. 

• APICS Supply Chain certification is preferred.

• 5+ years of related experience in MFG and/or Logistics/supply chain. 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 highly preferable

• 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

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate.

You Are Welcome Here

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

With around 1,200 employees, Cilag AG is one of the largest producers in the pharmaceutical industry in Switzerland and one of the most important employers in the Schaffhausen region. Founded in 1936, the company has been part of the Johnson & Johnson Group since 1959. Cilag AG is an introductory and growth site for parenterals. The company produces high-quality active pharmaceutical ingredients and products that benefit patients worldwide. 

https://www.cilag.ch/ 

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”.