Material Planner / Buyer

Job Description Summary Youll be the force that keeps production running smoothly turning plans into action so materials arrive exactly when needed and at the right cost. In this Material Planner/Buyer role, youll orchestrate endtoend material flow, convert production schedules into timely purchase orders, and adapt plans as demand and lead times shiftpreventing bottlenecks and safeguarding ontime delivery. Youll build strong partnerships across Production, Quality, Warehousing, Regulatory, and Finance while managing suppliers for raw and packaging materials, tracking performance, and driving corrective actions where needed. Youll balance service and cost through smart inventory strategies, tackle slowmoving or obsolete stock, and maintain accurate records in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systemsall while upholding Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and validated processes. #LI-Onsite Location: Indianapolis, IN Job Description Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain material requirements plans based on forecasts, production schedules, and usage trends. Convert production needs into accurate purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Adjust material plans as demand, lead times, or production priorities shift. Manage suppliers to ensure quality, ontime delivery, and responsive issue resolution. Track purchase orders, pricing, quantities, and delivery accuracy. Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing risk of obsolescence. Monitor safety stock, reorder points, and lead times, adjusting as needed. Partner crossfunctionally to meet Good Manufacturing Practice and regulatory requirements. Ensure accurate, compliant documentation in enterprise planning systems. The salary for this position is expected to range between $85,400 and $158,600 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. Essential Requirements: Bachelors degree, preferably in a supply chainrelated field. 3+ years of relevant experience in material planning, purchasing, or supply chain roles. Experience working in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other Good Manufacturing Practiceregulated environments. Proficiency with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems, including SAP and Microsoft Dynamics. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain accurate data and documentation in compliance with company and regulatory standards. EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. 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Salary Range $85,400.00 - $158,600.00 Skills Desired Data Analytics and Digital, gmp knowledge, HSE Knowledge, Inventory Management, Logistics and Transportation Management, Master Data, Operational Excellence, Order Management, Resilience and Risk Management, Sap Erp, supply chain management, Supply Planning, Warehouse Management Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing peoples lives. Novartis is aware of employment scams which make false use of our company name or leaders names or recruiters names to defraud job seekers. Novartis does not make job offers without interview and never asks candidates for money. 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