MRP Planner II

MRP Planner II

Location: Vacaville, CA

Join Lonza as an MRP Planner II and play a vital role in ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials that support the manufacture of life-changing products. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across multiple functions, optimize supply chain performance, and directly contribute to operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get:

• Performance-related bonus
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching plan
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid Time Off

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain Master Production Schedules (MPS) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes to support manufacturing demand and inventory objectives.
• Analyze planning outputs and convert requirements into purchase requisitions and production orders, partnering closely with Purchasing and Manufacturing teams.
• Monitor inventory levels to proactively identify shortages, excess inventory, and supply risks, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely material delivery and resolve supply chain issues impacting production schedules.
• Support New Product Introductions (NPI) by ensuring material readiness and seamless integration into manufacturing operations.
• Generate and analyze planning metrics, including on-time delivery, inventory performance, and forecast accuracy, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, Sales, and Supply Chain while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proficient experience in production planning, MRP planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP methodologies, production planning processes, inventory control principles, and supply chain best practices.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed planning decisions.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across functions and organizational levels.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.