Job Introduction
Production Planner
UK – Hoddesdon
Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.
We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over
780 discovery projects
,
1,000+ CMC programmes
, and
1,000+ clinical trials
across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules to biologics and gene therapies, and we work with more than
3,000 global customers
. To learn more, visit
About the Role:
We are looking for a Production Planner to join our Product Development Team based at our site in Hoddesdon. In this new you will be responsible for the on-time delivery of clinical trial products to Clients by supporting Project Managers and operational teams in planning and scheduling drug product manufacture, risk identification and resolution and on time shipment of drug product to Clients.
At Pharmaron we offer:
* Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting
* Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster
* A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here
Key roles and responsibilities:
* Planning and scheduling of batch manufactures, co-ordinating raw material, equipment, room and resource availability to optimize manufacturing schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished product to client expectations.
* Co-ordinate raw material demands across the full project portfolio and work with peer functions to ensure on-time procurement, receipt and release testing.
* Consolidate technical and equipment/change part requirements for batch manufactures and working with project managers and Manufacturing teams, ensure on-time readiness for product manufacture.
* Co-ordinate sample delivery between plant and lab, room & equipment cleaning schedules to ensure on-time room & equipment turnaround and efficient sample delivery to AC labs
* Support on-time dispatch of product samples and clinical trial product by co-ordinating shipment needs with Materials Management to ensure on-time readiness to ship.
* Consolidate pass through costs across the project portfolio, working with Project Managers & Finance to facilitate timely and accurate invoicing.
Requirements:
* Industrial experience in GMP pharmaceutical environment.
* Previous experience working on project planning, departmental or functional resource, capacity planning or scheduling.
* Knowledge or experience of pharmaceutical drug product development – oral solid dose products is desirable
* Sound knowledge of regulatory and cGMP requirements pertaining to drug product
* Ability to build and manage strong internal and external stakeholder relationships and the ability to manage 3rd party client expectations environment
* Evidence of ability to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary scientific teams
* Strong project management skills with the ability to work cross functionally
* Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
Why Pharmaron?
Collaborative Culture:
Thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners and collaborators.
How to Apply:
Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today
Pharmaron is a premier R&D service company supporting the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities having established diverse drug R&D service capabilities, ranging from synthetic, medicinal, and analytical chemistry, biology, DMPK, pharmacology, drug safety assessment, radiochemistry and isotopically labelled metabolism, chemical & pharmaceutical development to clinical development. With operations in China, US and UK staffed by over 19,000 employees, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.