Sr. Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning Specialist (SIOP)

Job Description

Job Description

CordenPharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DPs), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.

Our People Vision

We strive for excellence. We share our passion. Together, we make a difference in patients' lives.

SUMMARY

The Sr. SIOP (Sales, Inventory, & Operations Planning) Specialist work across multiple functions, including Platform Management, Project Management, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to improve the site’s key business measurements.

An SIOP Specialist is a strategic planning expert who leads and executes an organization's SIOP strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Consolidation of site demand planning, site supply and asset planning, and managing site planning intersections with global integrated planning processes to ensure capacity availability aligns with client demands
• Drive site SIOP process and strategy through collaboration with team to ensure success of site sales and resource utilization plans
• Mapping and documenting processes: Identify areas for improvement and gaps in existing processes
• Effectively manage/set key performance indicators to monitor the effectiveness of SIOP processes
• Lead processes to forecast Inventory (API and key intermediate) to drive optimal inventory levels, balance plant flexibility, and minimize stockouts and product expiration
• Translate site capacity to global partners to facilitate sales and forecasting meetings
• Develop and implement site resource planning processes to ensure forecasting and planning of key resource groups are aligned with budget and SIOP processes
• Develop and deliver SIOP and Resource/Capacity Planning training programs to enhance organizational engagement

• Work with IT teams to design reports, dashboards, and processes that improve business planning and communication at the site level and above site

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides guidance and leadership to the Planning Department. Ability to work cross functional with management team to provide recommendations for complex issues. Supports site objectives and plans. Provides guiding support for budget and forecasts out to 60 months.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of their activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Corden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or efficacy. CPC’s Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP, is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all staff across departments and at all levels within the company.

cGMP is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma Colorado.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university plus 5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; work with hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach above shoulder height; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and noise typical of an office environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Effective in prioritizing workload
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to build and lead effective teams
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Computer skills with intermediate ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
• Understands raw financial information and impact on site performance
• Strong planning, implementation, and follow-up skills
• Good facilitation skills and ability to interact with colleagues from all levels of the organization
• High analytical capabilities

This post will expire July 24, 2026