Material Planner Biopharma

Pay Range (full-time): EUR 34.000 - 40.000

ProfessionalPermanentFull-timeHybrid

Our people in Manufacturing & Global Operations share two priorities: getting things done and making things better. If youre a dynamic person with a positive mindset youll fit in well here. Its an international team with a powerful spirit of collaboration. Together we make sure our products meet the highest standards of quality by constantly searching for ways to improve at every stage of our value chain from the raw materials we buy through to the logistics network that brings our medicines to patients. Join our team and help us make an even bigger contribution to Grünenthals future.

What the job looks like

Each day youll enjoy a variety of challenges such as:

• Ensure the timely availability of materials and packaging components to support uninterrupted production and customer delivery
• Manage material requirements planning purchase order generation and inventory schedules to balance supply demand and stock targets
• Monitor supplier performance and collaborate with Procurement to drive service excellence and supply continuity
• Partner with Manufacturing Warehouse and QA teams to resolve material-related issues and support site priorities
• Identify supply risks proactively manage disruptions and implement mitigation actions to minimize impact on operations
• Manage inventory levels while considering warehouse capacity cost optimization and obsolescence reduction
• Coordinate material supply changes schedule adjustments and phase-in/phase-out activities throughout the product lifecycle
• Provide supplier and material planning insights to the S&OP process ensuring transparency of risks and opportunities
• Prepare planning and performance reports leveraging data analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning efficiency service levels and supply chain performance

What youll bring to the table

To make the most of this role and truly thrive you should have:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or scientific disciplines Supply Chain Operations or a related field.
• Experience in planning manufacturing or supply chain environments ideally within manufacturing environments in pharmaceutical food FMCG or comparable industries
• Fluency both in Italian and English a third language would be considered a plus
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Knowledge of ERP and planning tools such as SAP APO SNP or OMP
• Excellent organizational prioritization and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive solution-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Our pay ranges are based on an objective gender-neutral job evaluation system. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like but not limited to relevant education skills experience certifications geographic location and business or organizational needs. Your compensation package will include a performance-based annual bonus.