Material Planner

Join a high‑performing CMO where your scheduling expertise keeps site supply chain operations running with precision, efficiency, and flawless coordination.

Proclinical is seeking a Material Planner to support the timely availability of materials required for production and supply plans. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material plans are updated, optimized, and responsive to changes. This position is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.

Responsibilities:

• Convert planned orders into material plans, including creating and managing material requirements.
• Collaborate with supply planners and schedulers to update and adjust material plans as needed.
• Maintain detailed material planning parameters within planning systems.
• Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders.
• Expedite material availability by coordinating with procurement and inbound processing teams.
• Develop and manage material-related KPIs to monitor availability and performance.
• Execute actions to optimize inventory management and minimize waste or scrap.
• Work with stakeholders to establish safety stock and inventory plans aligned with production schedules.
• Track, report, and ensure on-time material availability, including testing and release for production.

Key Skills and Requirements:

• Proficiency in material planning, purchasing, production scheduling, and MRP systems.
• Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards, SAP MM, WM, IBP, and advanced inventory control techniques.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in tools like Advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Power Query), Power BI, Tableau, and SQL.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, including Green Belt certification, DMAIC, and value stream mapping.
• Familiarity with supplier operational management, vendor performance tracking, and contract compliance.
• Understanding of cGMP compliance and inventory optimization strategies.