Material & Production Planner
- Multiple locations
- Hybrid
Nordberg Medical is a leading innovator in the medical device industry, committed to improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge technology. We are looking for a motivated and experienced Material and Production Planner to join our dynamic team and help drive the successful development and delivery of our medical devices.
The Material and Production Planner will be responsible for ensuring the efficient planning, procurement, and availability of materials required for production in a medical device manufacturing environment. This role will work closely with the CMO’s (Contract Manufacturing Organizations) and internal supply chain and quality team to manage inventory, monitor production schedules, and ensure that all manufacturing operations comply with regulatory standards and internal quality control measures.
Key Responsibilities:
Material & Inventory Management
- Analyze production schedules and sales forecasts to determine material requirements.
- Create and maintain Material Requirement Plans (MRP) to ensure material availability in the right quantity and time.
- Monitor and manage inventory of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods to prevent shortages or overstock.
- Conduct stock audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with ISO 13485 and other regulatory requirements.
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Develop and maintain production schedules to optimize manufacturing efficiency and ensure on-time product delivery.
- Collaborate with the production team to resolve scheduling conflicts and prioritize orders based on customer demand and production capacity.
- Adjust production plans in response to material shortages, machine downtime, or unforeseen disruptions.
- Monitor production performance, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Supplier & Logistics Coordination
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials and packaging components.
- Work closely with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure proper storage and distribution of materials.
- Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to manage material shortages and identify process improvements.
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze production processes, material usage, and inventory trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Develop and propose strategies to reduce lead times, enhance material efficiency, and optimize production workflows.
Great Place to Work
-
Flexible work model
-
Work globally, hired locally
-
Global environment
-
Fast growing trajectory
-
Career opportunities
-
Fast paced & entrepreneurial culture
Skills & Requirements
The Material and Production Planner will provide management with regular reports and updates on material and production planning, with a focus on identifying potential risks and delays to ensure that the manufacturing process runs efficiently and remains compliant with all regulations. This role requires close collaboration with production, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and other departments to ensure a smooth material flow while balancing production demands with material availability.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field or equivalent knowledge gain by experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in production planning or material management.
- Experience working in a regulated industry. Experience in GMP and/or ISO 13485 is desirable, but not essential.
- Proficient in MRP systems and production scheduling software (preferably Oracle Netsuit).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Proficiency in Swedish is desirable, but not essential.
Personality:
- You have an analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
- You are structured and organized, with a natural ability to bring order to complex processes.
- You work seamlessly within cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes.
Why should you join our team?
Impact: As a key member of our local team, you'll have the unique chance to shape and strengthen our presence in this vital market.
Continuous development: We are committed to fostering your professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you have the resources and support needed for continuous learning and success.
Entrepreneurial Environment: Join a global, inclusive team where innovation and creativity are actively encouraged, empowering you to make a meaningful impact.
You will be joining an organization with significant financial and R&D resources that is gearing up for hyper growth. Aside from JULÄINE™, Nordberg Medical has a strong pipeline of products with applications in aesthetics, orthopedics, trauma surgery, sports medicine, neurosurgery, and plastic surgery.
Work with great people
About the company
Nordberg Medical is a Swedish biotech company working at the forefront of biomaterial science to reverse functionality loss. With state-of-the-art biomaterials, we produce and market innovative medical products that target structural imbalances associated with aging.
In 2021, we passed a critical milestone by receiving CE certification for our first product. JULÄINE™ of Sweden is a biostimulator that activates natural collagen production in the skin. This positions the company well to pursue an ambitious growth strategy in the aesthetic dermatology market.
Backed by leading investors and extensive R&D, we are expanding across multiple therapeutic areas and geographies.
Join an international team of highly talented individuals where your contribution counts. We promote a culture of entrepreneurship, multiculturalism, and flexibility in more than ten countries. At Nordberg Medical, you will have the opportunity to grow and learn, to be creative, and to contribute to both our product and company success.
Add the title below:Our values
EXCELLENCEAt Nordberg Medical we understand excellence as an unwavering commitment to providing the market with outstanding products and services with the overall goal to build long-term partnerships with our medical community and patients.
AUTHENTICITYWe believe that the best way to offer excellent products and services and to build valuable relationships is by authenticity. At Nordberg Medical we understand authenticity by carrying our work ethically, and by communicating with our medical community and patients directly and with honesty.
TRUSTTo achieve excellence and authenticity we strive to inspire trust in our relationships with all stakeholders by nurture. Nordberg Medical is a first-class partner committed to supporting our stakeholders to achieve excellence.
Emelie Wedin | Contact Person
Powered by
