Supply Planning Manager in Raron

pThe actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. /ph3What you’ll get: /h3ulliAn agile career and a dynamic work culture /liliAn inclusive and ethical workplace /liliCompensation programs that recognize high performance /li /ulpIn addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. The full list of our local tailored benefits can also be found below. /ppThe Supply Planning Manager is accountable for leading the site's end-to-end supply planning function, ensuring reliable production execution, optimized inventory levels, and full material and capacity readiness for manufacturing operations. The role owns the Master Production Schedule (MPS), supply planning governance, inventory strategy, and planning risk management across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons. The position leads and develops the Supply Planning team while driving alignment between Operations, Quality, MSAT, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, and Project Management. The Supply Planning Manager plays a critical role in supporting site performance, supply reliability, growth projects, tech transfers, digital transformation initiatives, and long-term supply chain strategy. /ph3What you will do: /h3ulliOwn and optimize the site Master Production Schedule (MPS), ensuring alignment of demand, supply, inventory, capacity, and material availability to maintain reliable product supply. /liliLead short-, medium-, and long-term supply planning processes, supporting SOP/IBP through capacity forecasts, inventory projections, scenario planning, and risk assessments. /liliCollaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Procurement, Logistics, MSAT, Engineering, Finance, and Project Management to resolve constraints and drive execution. /liliManage inventory strategy, capacity planning, supply risk mitigation, and business continuity plans while balancing service levels, operational flexibility, and working capital targets. /liliEstablish and monitor planning KPIs, maintain planning master data, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall supply chain performance. /liliLead, develop, and coach the Supply Planning team, building capabilities in SAP, IBP, MRP/MPS, inventory management, and capacity planning while fostering a high-performance culture. /liliDrive digitalization, process optimization, and supply chain transformation initiatives, ensuring compliance with cGMP, quality standards, audit readiness, and a strong safety culture. /li /ulh3What we are looking for: /h3ulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline. /liliMore than 10 years of progressive supply chain experience within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. /liliProven people leadership and team management experience, with a strong track record of developing and coaching high-performing teams. /liliBusiness fluent in English; German language skills are an advantage. /liliDeep expertise in MPS, MRP, RCCP, SOP, and Integrated Business Planning, enabling effective supply chain planning and business decision-making. /liliStrong collaborator and influencer with the ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives, manage stakeholders, and navigate ambiguity in dynamic environments. /liliDemonstrated experience in supply chain risk management, digital transformation, SAP/IBP systems, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence. /li /ulpAt Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. /ppInnovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. /pulliTake ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility /liliLove solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment /liliAre curious, always looking to learn and improve /liliWork collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself /liliAre motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients /li /ulh3Why Lonza: /h3pWe are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters. /ppbWe are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow. /b /p #J-18808-Ljbffr