Project and Production Planning Manager

Abbott seeks a Project and Production Planning Manager for its pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Santiago, Chile. The role involves leading operational projects, coordinating production scheduling, managing inventory, and overseeing a team while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and control complex operational projects within GMP and regulatory requirements
• Oversee production scheduling and ensure compliance with established service levels and inventory targets
• Lead, supervise, and develop the production planning and project management team
• Manage the operational project portfolio and participate in financial planning processes
• Implement performance indicators and develop mitigation strategies for capacity constraints

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, chemistry, industrial, mechanical, or electrical engineering
• Intermediate to advanced English proficiency
• Minimum 5 years of management experience
• Expertise in production planning, inventory management, and project management
• Proficiency with SAP (PP/MM module) and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of GMP quality systems and Lean Manufacturing principles