Supply Chain Planner 2

About the role

The Supply Chain Planner 2 will support the project phase and operations of GMP Purchasing and Supply Chain Planning at the Holly Springs site, ensuring the right materials are available at the right time and quantity for process validations and GMP production. The role supports the materials planning process and direct purchasing, liaising with internal and external stakeholders on material readiness, managing the full life cycle of material management including running ERP SAP MRP, and supporting supply chain teams on a longer strategic planning horizon. The planner will help orchestrate tasks to start up the Holly Springs facility and transition into commercial operations, including establishing SOPs, reports, material plans, managing projects and stakeholders, and collaborating across Fujifilm sites to set up accurate master data for material and production planning in SAP ERP.

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building North America’s largest end‑to‑end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Holly Springs, North Carolina, slated to open by end of 2025, offering drug substance production, fill‑finish, and packaging under one roof. The company fosters a dynamic work environment and a culture called “Genki” that fuels purpose, energy, and drive. Holly Springs combines small‑town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s tech scene, and Fujifilm is guided by its Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.”

Responsibilities

• Coordinates process activities for material purchasing, including supplier engagement, execution of material MRP planning, and converting purchase requisitions into purchase orders.
• Performs follow‑up on material delivery and release for process production (end‑to‑end, product contact).
• Ensures material availability by communicating with vendors and internal customers so materials are received and quality‑released for production.
• Coordinates and integrates the flow of materials and information among suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and customers, identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency, effectiveness, and capabilities.
• Ensures material availability by coordinating delivery and release with purchasing, warehousing, QA/CQ, and vendor departments while helping to resolve availability‑related problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of previous work experience in supply chain OR Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of previous work experience in supply chain.
• Physical demands: may require respiratory protection, hearing protection in mechanical/production spaces, ability to discern audible cues, 20/20 corrected vision including color distinction, ability to ascend/descend ladders/scaffolding/ramps, stand for prolonged periods (up to 15‑240 minutes), sit for prolonged periods (up to 15‑240 minutes), perform repetitive motions with wrists/hands/fingers, operate machinery/power tools, move objects up to 33 lbs, bend/push/pull/reach to retrieve materials from 18″ to 60″ height, work in warm/cold environments, outdoor elements, small/enclosed spaces, and heights greater than 4 feet.

Qualifications

• Preferred: GMP regulation experience.
• Preferred: SAP S4/HANA or other SAP ERP system experience.
• Preferred: Experience with data management and advanced Excel skills.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to complete tasks independently and with supervision.
• Self‑driven, flexible, positive attitude.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with a diverse team.
• Champions a collaborative attitude for the team.