Planner – Capacity at Zoetis

Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Animal Health, Pharmaceutical ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

BA/BS in Analytics, Coding, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience in capacity planning or engineering within pharmaceutical or animal health manufacturing
Strong knowledge of supply chain and capacity planning concepts, especially within pharmaceutical or animal health manufacturing
Experience with capacity balancing, resource planning, forecasting, and production scheduling
Proficient in SAP or similar ERP systems for capacity and production (SAP IBP and SAP S/4 Hana preferred)
Ability to analyze complex data and generate actionable insights
Familiarity with GMP regulations and compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Experience with KPI development and reporting tools for capacity and production metrics
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office Suite programs
Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript) and database management systems (SQL) preferred
Power BI development preferred
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority
Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver presentations to leadership
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with mindfulness
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies preferred
Preferred certifications: APICS CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent
Ability to work in office (75%) and manufacturing settings (25%), including use of PPE and limited travel up to 5%

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain capacity plans for packaging and manufacturing work centers, equipment, and labor to support demand and site strategy
Collaborate with Value Stream, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Network Strategy to balance capacity against demand forecasts
Analyze constraints and bottlenecks in operations and recommend data-driven solutions to optimize capacity utilization
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to capacity utilization, throughput, and production efficiency; identify risks and opportunities for improvement and assist in scenario planning and impact analysis
Support new product introductions and changes in production volume by adjusting capacity plans accordingly
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance capacity planning processes and tools, as well as other Supply Chain projects as required
Generate capacity utilization reports after each quarterly volume review
Generate and update long-range capacity outlooks two times/year with identified constraints and action plans
Present monthly capacity outlooks vs. latest site forecast and long-range forecast
Perform other duties as assigned