About this role

Supply Chain Planner

locations

Atlanta

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

JR00021658

Position Title: Supply Chain Planner

Position Summary

As a key member of the Planning Team, the Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing and executing short-, mid-, and long-term production and purchasing plans to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and compliant product supply. This role supports manufacturing operations by managing material availability, production scheduling, and inventory control, while collaborating with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Distribution. The ideal candidate will thrive in both established and startup environments, demonstrating flexibility, innovation, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling
Develop and maintain production and packaging schedules for equipment, instruments, reagents, BOM items, and consumables.
Analyze MRP data to ensure production and packaging levels align with sales forecasts and inventory targets.
Prepare and manage short- and long-term purchasing plans (6 -24 months).
Monitor and adjust safety stock levels and inventory models to optimize material flow.
Procurement & Inventory Management
Initiate and approve purchase orders; manage vendor relationships and supply risks.
Maintain inventory levels within site objectives and lead disposition of distressed inventory.
Collaborate with Global Procurement and Sourcing to ensure continuity of supply.
Support material creation, extension and data changes within SAP.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and Finance to ensure BOM accuracy, timely material release, and cost-effective operations.
Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and site transfer initiatives.
Act as liaison between internal teams and external suppliers to align on production and packaging quality standards.
Process Improvement & Compliance
Utilize Lean, Right First Time (RFT), and Operational Excellence methodologies to improve processes.
Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Maintain accurate master data in SAP and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, production planning, or materials management.
Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
Technical Skills
Proficiency in SAP, SAP S4HANA (APO-SNP, PP/DS, ECC), Ariba, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
APICS certification (CPIM) preferred.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Primarily office-based with occasional work on the production floor.
May require use of PPE (e.g., safety shoes, eye protection).
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays as needed.
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About Us
At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.
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