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Planner, Global Planning

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
paid time off
United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge
675 West Kendall Street (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2026
Overview

The Global Planning Planner is a member of the Supply Chain organization responsible for the planning and oversight of Drug Substance and Drug Product manufacturing for the early-stage pipeline, focusing primarily on pre-clinical and phase 1 programs. This position works closely with key stakeholders including Program Teams, Process Sciences, CMC, Internal and External Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and Supply Chain to ensure seamless supply of Clinical Trial Material. A successful candidate will be skilled at understanding Supply and Operations Planning Process and the challenges/timelines of early-stage development. They will excel in a collaborative work environment and exhibit strong attention to detail and the strong ability to manage multiple priorities. Reporting to the Associate Director of early-stage global planning, you'll be tasked with maintaining and developing complex planning strategies, while also leveraging SAP and other ERP planning systems.

This position is hybrid and will be primarily located in Cambridge, MA.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supply and Operations Planning Process (CS&OP)

  • Supports Early-Stage Clinical Supply and Operations Planning Process (CS&OP)
  • Collaborate with external partners to ensure drug substance and drug product supply needs are met in line with contractual obligations
  • Partner with CMC, Process Sciences, Program Team, QA, QC, Finance and Material Management to ensure material availability in line with clinical program timelines and budget

Enterprise Resource Planning

  • Execute planning and procurement activities based on manufacturing schedules and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) principles
  • Maintain and update master data entry as directed
  • Set and maintain safety stock and replenishment strategies for production materials

Reporting & Analytics

  • Works Cross Functionally to Develop Scenario Plans and Strategies that result in production plans that meet program, capacity and budget requirements
  • Develops annual long range manufacturing plans based on available information, highlighting areas of constraint
  • Supports annual budget review to ensure manufacturing plans are timely and accurate for financial planning purposes.

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or science-related discipline.
  • A minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a Manufacturing or Supply Chain role with experience in Production, Planning, or Scheduling.
  • Excellent math and computer skills required, including Microsoft Office/Excel/PowerPoint.
  • Good knowledge of computerized production and inventory control systems (SAP) and documentation practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities against ambitious timelines. Strong project management ability.
  • Attention to detail and ability to perform with a high degree of accuracy
  • Ability to work independently on projects or problems of short-term scope to meet objectives. Troubleshoots and identifies causes and suggests solutions
  • Exceptional communication skills and ability to communicate to multiple levels within company.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally as critical member of site team.
  • Solid understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, GMP principles, and new product introduction.
  • ERP planning experience a plus.
  • Relevant industry certifications are a plus (APICS CSCP/CPIM).

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U.S. Pay Range

$88,700.00 - $120,100.00

The pay range reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive award (e.g., bonus or sales incentive) and an annual long-term incentive award (e.g., equity).

Alnylam's robust Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall health and well-being. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k)with a generous company match. Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks. We also offer generous family resources and leave. Our commitment to your well-being reflects our belief that caring for our people fuels the impact we create together.

Learn more about these and additional benefits offered by Alnylam by visiting the Benefits section of the Careers website: https://www.alnylam.com/careers

AboutAlnylam

We are the leader in RNAi therapeutics- a revolutionaryapproach with the potential to transform the lives of people with rare and common diseases. Built on Nobel Prize-winning science, Alnylam has delivered the breakthroughs that made RNAi therapeutics possibleand are just at the beginning of what's possible. Our deep pipeline, late-stage programs, and bold vision reflect our core values: fierce innovation, passion for excellence, purposeful urgency, open culture and commitment to people. We're proud to be a globally recognized top employer, wherean authentic, inclusive culture and breakthrough thinkingfuel one another.

At Alnylam, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy status or related conditions, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital or familial status, political affiliation, age, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law. Alnylam is an E-Verify Employer.

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