IBPE Sr. Manager - Scenario Planning & Automation
KBI BiopharmaJob Summary The Senior Manager, Integrated Business Planning & Execution (IBPE) serves as the Supply Chain Control Tower for the organization, responsible for proactively identifying, quantifying, and resolving supply chain risks and inefficiencies across inventory, procurement, manufacturing, and planning execution. This role bridges supply chain operations, analytics, data engineering, automation, and business execution to ensure critical supply chain decisions are supported by accurate data, advanced modeling, and actionable insights. Leveraging deep expertise in Supply Chain Management, SAP Production Planning, Python, SQL, process automation, and advanced simulation techniques, the Senior Manager will drive measurable improvements in inventory performance, working capital utilization, material availability, production readiness, and operational efficiency. Unlike traditional planning roles, this position is accountable not only for identifying issues and opportunities but also for driving cross-functional execution through closure. The successful candidate will lead the resolution of supply chain risks, oversee implementation of corrective actions, and ensure benefits are realized through sustained operational improvements. This role requires a unique combination of technical expertise, supply chain knowledge, business acumen, and leadership influence to transform data-driven insights into tangible business results. Key Responsibilities Supply Chain Control Tower Leadership Serve as the organization's central point of visibility for inventory, procurement, material availability, production readiness, and supply chain risk. Establish proactive monitoring capabilities that identify operational risks, inventory exposures, system issues, and efficiency opportunities before they impact business performance. Develop automated exception management and risk-monitoring frameworks that provide real-time visibility to critical supply chain issues. Translate complex supply chain data into actionable insights and lead execution of corrective actions across the organization. Own the lifecycle of critical supply chain issues from identification through mitigation, resolution, validation, and closure. Track realization of operational and financial benefits associated with implemented improvements. Inventory Optimization & Working Capital Management Drive initiatives to improve inventory efficiency, optimize working capital, and reduce excess, obsolete, and expiring inventory. Develop visibility and control mechanisms for: Excess inventory Obsolete inventory Slow-moving inventory Expiring inventory Shelf-life extension opportunities Material liability exposure Identify purchase orders requiring cancellation, rescheduling, delay, acceleration, or enhanced monitoring. Lead implementation of inventory mitigation plans and procurement actions. Partner with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Finance to optimize inventory investments while maintaining supply continuity. Measure and report realized savings and inventory performance improvements resulting from implemented actions. SAP Production Planning & Supply Chain Systems Leadership Serve as the business subject matter expert for SAP Production Planning (PP), Materials Management (MM), Inventory Management, and MRP execution. Evaluate planning inputs and outputs to ensure planning decisions are supported by accurate and reliable data. Analyze and resolve issues related to: Bills of Material (BOMs) Routings Production Versions Work Centers Material Master Data Procurement Master Data MRP Parameters Lead-Time Assumptions Assess the impact of SAP configurations and data structures on inventory performance, procurement effectiveness, and manufacturing execution. Drive system enhancements and process improvements that improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency. Partner with IT and Digital teams to strengthen data integrity and planning system capabilities. Advanced Analytics, Data Engineer…