Overview
Capacity & Supply Planning Specialist at JobCourier.
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing. We are looking for a skilled professional to lead capacity and supply planning activities within a dynamic and highly regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role is essential to ensuring operational efficiency, resource optimization, and alignment with long-term business objectives.
Location: St-Prex, Vaud, Switzerland.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop mid- and long-term plans to optimize operations, production, and resource utilization.
* Conduct demand forecasting and capacity planning aligned with strategic goals.
* Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure sustainability.
* Ensure cross-functional alignment between engineering, operations, and supply chain teams.
* Prepare and present reports on capacity utilization, forecast accuracy, and operational performance.
* Support planning continuity during team absences or resource constraints.
* Lead the S&OP process (Production & QC), integrating demand and supply planning to support business growth.
* Collaborate with SNO, Production, QC, Material Planners, and Planning teams to ensure supply chain responsiveness.
* Facilitate S&OP meetings and provide data-driven insights to senior leadership.
Continuous Improvement & Tools
* Analyze historical data, market trends, and upcoming projects to build predictive planning models.
* Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies (e.g., batch sizes, SKU rationalization, production/QC performance).
* Utilize ERP/MRP systems, forecasting tools, and data visualization platforms (SAP, Oracle, Power BI, etc.).
* Recommend strategies for cost reduction, productivity improvement, and operational excellence. (Key KPIs: PSA, # of OOS & BO, Units per FTE)
Required Experience & Skills
* Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business Administration (or equivalent).
* Fluent in both French and English.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in supply planning, ideally in the pharmaceutical or other regulated industries.
* Proficient with DRP tools such as Kinaxis and SAP.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Experience with both Make-to-Stock and Make-to-Order production models.
* APICS certification or other post-graduate supply chain training is a plus.
* Programming skills (e.g., Excel macros, VBA) are an advantage.
Employment type: Temporary (6-month).
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