Band Level 3 Job Description Summary We are looking for a highly motivated Operational Scheduler to support manufacturing operations through effective production planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and operational execution. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that production activities are optimally scheduled, resources are efficiently utilized, and manufacturing commitments are delivered safely, compliantly, and on time. You will work closely with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing Support teams to balance operational priorities and maximize plant performance. Job Description Key Responsibilities Production Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain short- and medium-term production schedules aligned with business priorities and customer demand. Review manufacturing plans and identify capacity constraints, risks, and improvement opportunities. Coordinate production activities to ensure optimal utilization of personnel, equipment, and materials. Monitor schedule adherence and proactively manage deviations and operational disruptions. Support launch activities and production campaigns to ensure timely execution. Operational Coordination Act as the main point of coordination between Production, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Quality, and Engineering functions. Facilitate daily operational planning meetings and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders. Ensure production resources are allocated effectively to support manufacturing requirements. Support business continuity planning and operational readiness. Process & Manufacturing Support Provide operational support for manufacturing processes and production execution. Participate in troubleshooting activities, root cause investigations, and CAPA implementation. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and schedule reliability. Support technology transfers and implementation of new manufacturing processes when required. Manufacturing Systems & Data Management Maintain production planning and scheduling data within S4HANA/MES systems. Support development and optimization of Electronic Batch Records (EBR) and manufacturing workflows. Ensure compliance with Data Integrity, CSV, and digital manufacturing requirements. Generate and analyze performance reports to support decision-making. Compliance & Quality Ensure all planning and scheduling activities comply with GMP, HSE, and company requirements. Support inspection and audit readiness. Participate in deviation investigations and change control activities. Ensure timely escalation of quality, compliance, and supply-related risks. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Schedule adherence Production plan attainment Batch success rate On-time manufacturing execution Plant KPI achievement (PSP, TPT, OTOR, BOMA, ROA) Capacity utilization Inventory optimization Internal and external audit success Continuous improvement implementation Business continuity effectiveness What You'll Bring Required Experience Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, production planning, or manufacturing operations. Experience working in GMP-regulated environments. Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, and operational execution. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment. Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Production Planning & Scheduling Manufacturing Operations Capacity Planning GMP & Quality Systems Root Cause Analysis (RCA) CAPA Management Change Control Risk Management Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Process Improvement Manufacturing Systems (MES/ERP) Data Integrity Supply Chain Coordination Production Performance Analysis Leadership & Behavioral Skills Analytical Thinking Problem Solving Stakeholder Management Communication Skills Prioritization & Decision Making Cross-Functional Collaboration Continuous Improvement Mindset Project Coordination Education Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline. Languages English (Professional Working Proficiency) Skills Desired Data Analytics Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing people’s lives. Novartis is aware of employment scams which make false use of our company name or leader’s names or recruiter’s names to defraud job seekers. Novartis does not make job offers without interview and never asks candidates for money. If you have encountered a job posting or been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond, send money or personal information. Novartis is not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, or expenses resulting from scams. In the context of China Cross-Border Data Transfer (CBDT) policy, if you need to apply for a position in China, please go to the local Recruiting System TaleNov .

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