Supply Planner - NAG/ EU

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Summary

We are seeking a candidate who will be responsible for the supply planning for FTO 7&9.

The candidate has to be proficient in material and finished goods planning to meet business requirement viz-a-viz plan optimal inventory. This role would also curtail cross function collaboration with  manufacturing team, quality, regulatory, IPDO, finance, demand planning, Logistics etc. in ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards..

 Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain rolling supply plan for 3 months horizon based on demand forecast and inventory norms.
• Ensure timely Material Requirement Planning (MRP) evaluation as per supply plan and coordinate with sourcing to ensure full-kitting (with released stocks) by month end for next month’s production
• Collaborate with plants, sourcing, quality, regulatory, logistics and demand planning team to ensure seamless supply continuity.
• Monitor and report key Supply chain KPIs including Full-kitting, SS Norms, OTIF,TSL, Stock to Norm (STN), No-touch planning& Inventory  etc.
• Identify and pro-actively mitigate supply risks through scenario planning, CFT alignment and timely escalation of supply constraints/concerns.
• Inventory management includes monthly evaluation of non-moving or near expiry inventory to ensure timely liquidation to avoid obsolescence. Work with the team to ensure timely destruction for expired/obsolete Inventory.
• Lead monthly S&OP discussion with plant on key KPIs, critical products as well as future concerns.
• Master and Transactional data management in Kinaxis & SAP for Supply Planning.
• Updating schedules received from plant in Kx for LE estimations and S&OP meetings.
• Driving change management by following up with all stake holders.   

Back-end coordination with planning /Sourcing :

• Clearly communicate market requirements to plants, understand production plan and ensure optimum stocks to service all expected orders.
• Understand technical challenges of product manufacturability (if any) and participate in resolving issues and ensure supplies.

Data Hygiene :

• Master data correction and coordinate with central planning for accurate generation in Kinaxis plan and FG movements in SAP.
• Master data correction for RM/PM/API for accurate calculation of material.

Product life cycle management:

• Understand mega brands current trend, position in the market, line extensions and requirements flow to back end and coordinate with CFTs for timely implementation.
• Close coordination with PD/RA on artwork change overs and providing implementation timelines basis production plan.
• Approval of change controls, BOM in lotus and material extension in MDG.
• Keep track of SEP license Qty’s and close co-ordination with plant team for ensuring new licenses if required.

Special Projects:

• Implementation & adoption of Kinaxis for Injectables.

Educational Qualification

MBA preferably from Tier-1 / 2 B schools

Minimum Work Experience

Experience: 4 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Mandatory Skills:

• Planning Know-how - ERP (Kinaxis), MS Office, SAP R/3 (MM, PP&SD ) & understanding of Supply Chain concepts.

Behavioural Skills:

• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams, including Quality Assurance (QA), QC, Engineering, Development, and Production, demonstrating effective communication and adaptability.
• Effective interpersonal skills such as communication, empathy, and harmonious collaboration with team members, contributing to a positive and supportive team culture.

About the Department

Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO)
At Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation. With a legacy of excellence, we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry.
We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, comprising 8 OSD facilities, 3 Injectables facilities, and 8 API facilities.
Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology, Cardio-vascular, Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes. he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally, Hyderabad, as part of its Global Lighthouse Network. We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world. Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive, meeting business imperatives, and meeting our ambitious ESG goals. Building such ‘factories of the future’ is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com