Supply Operations Specialist - Novartis

~~~Please note: This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis ~~~
Novartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life! 
  
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Supply Operations Specialist
-Responsible for the site Master Data processes aimed to ensure accurate and timely creation and maintenance of the master data in the ERP System, in accordance with local and global requirements. -The Material Planner drives the tactical purchasing process for all materials to ensure materials availability and execution plan feasibility in accordance with Site inventory policy.

Major accountabilities:
Master Data -Set up and perform complex local And global master data set up And establish process, guidelines, business matrix and SLA time lines in in GxP environment in adherence to Novartis compliance.
Be Subject Matter Expert in the assigned area of work -Support data collection and reporting of KPIs -Logistic, WAndD -Responsible that all logistic processes are proceed in a timely, high quality, efficient and effective manner and in full compliance with all laws and supply chain management policies and procedures.
Identify and drive continuous improvement projects.
Ensure material availability in line with the approved production plan.
Ensure daily MRP oversight for all BOM material, analysis of requirements and Purchase Orders management.
Ensure daily MRP oversight for all BOM material, analysis of requirements and Purchase Orders management.
Own, in ERP System, MRP relevant data and materials technical specifications and ensure no Purchase Orders are past due in the ERP System.
Management of purchased item Complaints/Returns to supplier.
Provide a load-balanced dispatch list for incoming materials to the warehouse and Quality department that ensures these activities are completed in line with the production needs.
Control and follow-up of supplier’s service level indicators: Quality OTIF, lead-time violation.
Lead action plans to achieve supplier delivery performance targets and drive for continuous improvement.
Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt -Distribution of marketing samples (where applicable) -Provide guidance and system support for returns, rebates and credit/debit notes -Define and decide on priorities for physical deliveries in collaboration with other functions (e.g. LEX) for 3rd party customers and cross divisional supplies -Act as SPOC for escalation issues for assigned customers -Influencing and connecting relevant stakeholders to speed up (system) issue resolution -Material Planner -Ensure management of daily MRP exception messages And appropriate follow up.
Provide a load balanced dispatch list for incoming materials to the warehouse and Quality department that ensures these activities are completed in line with the production needs.
Review or write SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) to ensure current SOPs are reflective of current business operations or to capture new processes.
Key performance indicators:
Inventory Management, Gap Analysis, Cost Efficiency and efficiency of supply processes -Standard Master Data KPIs e.g. Completeness, Consistency and Accuracy.
On time, in full, delivery of the business basics – budgets, quality compliance etc. -Customer Service Level (e.g. OTIF)

Minimum Requirements:
Must have experience with SAP
Operations Management and Execution.
Project Management.
Collaborating across boundaries.

Skills:
Technical writing of SOPs or GMP documents
Customer Relationship Management.
Knowledge of relevant tools and systems.
Inventory Management.
Demand Planning.
Order Management.
Supply Planning.
Transportation.
Brand Stewardship.
Master Data Governance.
Knowledge of relevant policies.
Product Life Cycle Management.

Additional Specification
Support the global Supply Chain Operations (SCO) network for C> Unit and CMO operations by executing the tactical buying and planning of materials and order management to ensure delivery performance level.
Support in evaluating all supply chain operations KPIs, supply chain master data management and labeling logistics operations.

Education & Qualification
B.S required.
The following certifications are desired: APICS CSCP, CPIM 
Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain Operations both buying, planning, customer service or pharmaceutical operations environment.
Supply Chain Principles – basic understanding of Materials Management principles such as (but not limited to) SAP, purchasing, distribution, import/export, transportation and working capital management.
Pharmaceutical GMP’s – strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices

Location: Morris Plains, NJ(Onsite)
Pay Rate:$25.74-$33.25/jpir based on qualifications (W-2/only)
Contract: 14+ months
Health, dental, vision, 401k

Why Novartis? 
766 million lives were touched by Novartis medicines in 2021, and while we’re proud of this, we know there is so much more we could do to help improve and extend people’s lives. 
We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working. 
We believe we can reinvent what's possible when we collaborate with courage to ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying! 
Imagine the impact you could make here at Novartis! 
  
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment with diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. 

To do our best work we need different viewpoints, which is why here at Magnit, we celebrate diversity and embrace inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Magnit is dedicated to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We strive to ensure that we maintain a positive and enriching work environment for all. 
  
Accommodation: 
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at directsourceproteam@prounlimited.com. 

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO