Position Title: Global Commercial Supply Chain Supply Planning Senior Manager
Work Location: 100% REMOTE
Assignment Duration: 6-7 Months
Work Schedule: Candidates will need to be flexible to work mostly PST time zone hours as most meetings and team members are west coast
Note: Potential to convert to a full-time employee (FTE) based on performance and business needs. Due to the global nature of the role, early morning or evening meetings may be required.
 
Position Summary: We are seeking a contractor to support global supply planning activities across external manufacturing partners (CMOs) and internal manufacturing site. This role will focus on short-term plan execution, inventory management, and data management.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Execute SAP transactions including PO creation, subcontract orders, and inventory movements.
• Lead monthly inventory reconciliation across CMOs and 3PLs, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with finance.
• Design and document supply planning processes to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Track and report CMO performance metrics (e.g., OTIF, cycle time, schedule adherence).
• Support forecast alignment and PO coverage for assigned SKUs.
• Collaborate with Finance Planning on inventory valuation and cost tracking.
• Participate in launch readiness and supply execution for new products.

 
Qualification & Experience:

• Commercial Supply Planning Expertise: Proven ability to develop and execute demand/supply planning strategies, optimize inventory levels, and lead the S&OP process to drive business alignment.
• Pharmaceutical Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of global pharmaceutical regulatory requirements (e.g., cGMP, GDP) and ability to ensure compliance in supply chain operations.
• Deviation & CAPA Management: Experience in investigating deviations, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and ensuring continuous compliance in a regulated environment.
• SAP & Advanced Planning Systems: Deep expertise in SAP ERP, IBP, and advanced planning tool system design, implementation, and optimization to enhance operational efficiency.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Cross-functional Collaboration & Leadership: Ability to engage and align stakeholders across Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to drive supply chain excellence.
• Adaptability & Change Management: Demonstrated success in leading change initiatives, improving processes, and navigating dynamic business environments.
• Effective Communication & Influence: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to convey supply chain strategies, present recommendations, and influence senior leadership.
• Project & Risk Management: Expertise in project execution, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies to ensure supply continuity and minimize disruptions.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Commitment to driving operational excellence through innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.

 
Technical Skills:

• Master-level expertise in Excel and PowerPoint, with advanced skills in data modeling, automation, and visualization.
• Proficiency in other Microsoft Office application, strong knowledge of ERP Systems and Advanced Planning Tool, Experience with Power BI, ThinkCell, Smartsheet and data visualization tools.

 
Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply planning, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech industries.
• Familiarity with external manufacturing (CMO) operations and regulatory environment.
• Experience with SAP S4/Hana and planning tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 46.00/hr.