Manager Production Planning

Thermo Fisher Scientific View all jobs

Whitby, ON
$85,500-128,250 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions OfficeJob DescriptionSite Specific InformationOur Whitby Site specializes in for a full range of with specialized capabilities, and houses a fully integrated pharmaceutical development services (PDS) facility.Discover Impactful Work:Lead Production Planning to develop and execute integrated production and scheduling plans across solid dose Commercial and Pharmaceutical Development Services portfolio. Ensure alignment with customer demand, site capacity, and business objectives while maintaining compliance with cGMP and company standards.Drive operational efficiency, optimize planning processes, and enhance cross-functional collaboration to achieve On-Time Delivery (OTD), revenue, and broader supply chain goals. Oversee inventory performance, ensuring accuracy, appropriate turnover, and timely material disposition to support service levels and customer satisfaction.Day in the Life:Production Planning & Scheduling

Develop and execute short- and long-term production plans aligned with site capacity, demand forecasts, and financial targets.
Lead master production scheduling (MPS), material requirements planning (MRP), and capacity planning processes; adjust plans to meet changing business needs.
Conduct capacity analysis and scenario planning to identify constraints, mitigate risks, and optimize output and cost.
Drive alignment of production plans with new product launches and customer requirements.
Lead planning forums to prioritize demand, resolve constraints, and ensure delivery commitments are met.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

Communicate planning priorities and schedule changes clearly across Production, Quality, Technical Operations, and commercial teams.
Partner with internal stakeholders and clients to align forecasts, production plans, and delivery expectations.
Support customer-facing discussions related to demand planning, product launches, and supply commitments.

Process Improvement & Systems

Monitor planning performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness.
Standardize and document planning processes, assumptions, and best practices.
Optimize use of ERP and planning systems to enhance team productivity and decision-making.

Inventory & Performance Management

Oversee inventory levels, accuracy, and turnover; implement actions to reduce excess and obsolete materials.
Establish and track KPIs (e.g., OTD, schedule adherence, inventory turns, order cycle time).
Support revenue forecasting and performance reporting in partnership with Supply Chain leadership.

Team Leadership

Lead, develop, and coach a team; set objectives and monitor performance.
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and career development.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement–focused team culture.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure adherence to cGMP, regulatory requirements, and internal procedures.
Maintain data integrity and audit readiness across planning systems and processes.
Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with EHS standards.

Keys to Success:Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
APICS CPIM and/or CSCP certification preferred
Lean Six Sigma or Project Management certification is a plus

Experience:

6+ years of production planning experience in a manufacturing environment
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Experience in GMP-regulated industries (pharmaceutical or medical device preferred)
Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory management, and demand fulfillment processes
Experience with ERP and planning systems in a manufacturing environment

Equivalency:Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Demonstrated strong manufacturing planning processes design, improvement and implementation skills. Advanced Excel (Micro, VBA), Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, BI experiences. Knowledgeable in statistics, production scenario planning & modeling, what-if scenario analysis, algorithm for dynamic programming are preferred. Strong analytical problem solving, leadership, influencing and presentation skills. Seasoned management skills in setting team objective, drive cross-functional collaboration, prudent risk-taking, self-awareness and adaptability, results and performance driven individual. Self-directed, self-disciplined and highly organized; big picture orientation with attention to detail. Able to prioritize multiple tasks with a sense of urgency in a very fast-paced environment. Resilient and able to handle pressure. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written). Proficiency with the English language.Excellent Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
Retirement Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER

Relocation assistance is NOT provided.
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada now or in the future, without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check.

Compensation The salary range estimated for this position based in Ontario is $85,500.00–$128,250.00.

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