Pharma Technical Manufacturing (PTM) is responsible for managing all aspects of end-to-end drug substance and drug product manufacturing and supply. From the raw material to the final medicine, we contribute to deliver Roche’s ground-breaking therapies to more than 120 million patients around the world. We make our medicines at 9 sites around the world and coordinate all aspects of production of Roche medicines in all disease areas and dosage forms. To ensure readiness for a step-change in the standard of care that Roche delivers in the area of Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism (CVRM), PTM will construct a new manufacturing site in the U.S. in Holly Springs, North Carolina. The new site will focus on large volume low cost Drug Product manufacturing (Component Prep & Compounding, Liquid PFS Filling, Automated Inspection, Autoinjector Assembly, Packaging/Finished Products). The Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Direct Materials Planner to join our Materials Management team as an individual contributor. In this role, you will be directly responsible for ensuring material availability to support continuous production demand. Serving as a crucial link between global supply chain, procurement, and site manufacturing operations, you will actively manage inventory levels, mitigate material risks, and serve as the site artwork change coordinator to align packaging materials with updated specifications. What You’ll Do Partner with the project team, MSAT, and operations to procure and manage direct material plans for vendor and site equipment testing from Factory Acceptance Testing through asset qualification. Coordinate directly with external vendors, European Roche sites, and procurement to ensure timely material availability. Serve as the Materials Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) for SAP ERP deployment, driving execution of deliverables, timeline adherence, and alignment with global template processes for MRP and material procurement. Collaborate with procurement to build operational relationships with local material suppliers and service providers. Execute master data creation and maintenance in the ERP system to enable accurate material purchasing and planning parameters. Establish item-level safety stock strategies for GMP materials in alignment with Global Supply Chain and Global Procurement. As part of routine commercial production support you will: Partner with Global Supply Chain and Global Procurement to maintain uninterrupted supply of direct GMP materials. Maintain the local material risk log by proactively identifying potential supply disruptions and implementing effective mitigation plans. Ensure MRP system data reflects accurate supplier lead times to effectively plan and manage long-lead items. Develop action plans to prevent material stockouts and support unconstrained manufacturing schedules. Monitor material shelf life to prevent expiration, collaborating with the global network to reallocate inventory and minimize scrap or obsolescence. Act as the site artwork change coordinator, interfacing with the global artwork team to ensure correct packaging artwork is implemented on time. Track inventory levels and collaborate with production schedulers to ensure adherence to the Master Production Schedule (MPS) while maintaining safety stock targets. Support procurement in monitoring vendor performance and identifying operational improvements to ensure supplier delivery and quality meet business needs. Utilize SAP S/4HANA for material planning and execution, and OMP for advanced planning and scheduling tools. Leverage ERP software and data visualization tools to generate operational reports, perform quantitative analysis, and make data-driven material planning decisions. Other duties as assigned Key Skills, Abilities, and Competencies The incumbent will need to: Apply standard Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) principles and best practices in all aspects of material planning. A strong understanding of planning, scheduling, and inventory management concepts is essential. Hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2+ years of experience Have at least 5 years of hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment or supporting a high-volume manufacturing facility in a supply chain planning role. Have proven experience with ERP planning processes and software (eg. SAP S/4HANA and OMP). Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with various teams and stakeholders. Who You Are You have a bachelor's degree and two years of relevant supply chain purchasing, procurement, or planning experience. Preferred You have You have a CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification You have experience with the implementation of large scale ERP projects You have experience starting up a manufacturing site. Other Job Requirements This job is an onsite role with limited travel. Some travel may be required during the start-up phase for training and system testing. Relocation funding is not available for this position. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of Holly Springs, North Carolina $77,400 - $143,800. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, level, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. Link to Benefits Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants. Who We Are Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply for this job" button. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.

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