Material Planner

Job Title: Materials Planner (Purchasing) - Contract Location: North Carolina (Onsite, 5 days/week) Contract Length: Initial 6 months (high likelihood of extension) Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are working with a leading pharmaceutical company seeking a Materials Planner to support their purchasing and supply chain function. This is a fast‑paced, hands‑on role where materials planning and demand alignment will be critical to ensuring uninterrupted production within a regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Lead materials planning activities aligned to production demand within a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting Analyse demand forecasts and translate into accurate material requirements Work with Bill of Materials (BOMs) and production schedules to determine material needs and timelines Manage and track purchase orders (POs) to ensure timely delivery of materials Collaborate cross‑functionally with procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, and suppliers Proactively identify and mitigate supply risks or shortages Maintain accurate data within ERP systems to support planning activities Support continuous improvement initiatives across planning and purchasing processes Key Requirements Proven experience in materials planning, supply planning, or purchasing Strong understanding of BOMs, demand planning, and PO management Experience working within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated environments (highly preferred) Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Ability to work onsite in North Carolina, 5 days per week Excellent stakeholder communication skills in a cross‑functional setting #J-18808-Ljbffr