Buyer / Scheduler : External Supply

Overview

Company description : We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Aspen is a dynamic organisation built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. The Group’s key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.

Objective of role : To effectively manage the movement of materials and scheduling of finished goods in the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment in accordance with the demand requirements, ensuring optimal inventory levels, timely deliveries, and necessary compliance with industry regulations and standards. Making use of strong analytical and organizational skills to streamline supply chain processes, minimize costs, and support production efficiency while maintaining quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Demand Planning

Review and verify demand forecast downloaded in ERP system.

Monthly sales and operation process.

Stock-out reports - Perform stock out analysis.

Plan shipments on weekly basis based on sales plan to achieve OTIF.

Oversee work / serve as a lead technical expert in a complex area / project.

Provide input into required changes in resources to enable achievement of own objectives.

Optimise current processes; identify gaps in current policies / procedures.

Apply advanced and mastered knowledge of concepts, methods, terminology, codes, quality standards and specialised job requirements.

Non-routine issues.

Educational Requirements

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

Soft Skills And Competency Requirements

Computer Skills Required

The applicant must be proficient in the various applications (Word).

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and suitably qualified job applicants are invited to submit their CV online on or before the 14 October 2025. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups through a fair recruitment and selection process in accordance with laws governing employment equity, where such laws are applicable to the Aspen.

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