USA - Supply Chain Analyst II (Professional) (contract)

Title: Supply Chain Analyst II

Work Schedule: 1st shift 8:00am-5:00pm Mon-Fri EST

Location: Framingham, MA

About The Role

Sanofi’s contingent workforce program, FLEXT Direct, is currently seeking a Supply Chain Analyst II (Material Planner Contractor) for a 12-month onsite contract role at either our Framingham or Northborough site in Massachusetts.

In this critical position, you will support the Massachusetts Bio Campus (MBC) by managing raw materials and packaging components to ensure smooth production operations. You will oversee supply chain activities related to planning, purchasing, and inventory management within a GMP-regulated environment.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, process-oriented, and capable of independently leading initiatives or collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Demand Management

• Ensure raw material availability for both commercial and qualification production needs
• Optimize inventory levels while minimizing carrying costs
• Implement global supply chain strategies at the site level using advanced planning tools
  
  
  

Inventory Management & Analysis

• Monitor and control inventory to avoid stockouts or excess material buildup
• Coordinate purchase order delivery timelines with suppliers and expedite when necessary
• Identify and resolve inventory-related challenges (e.g., slow-moving items, overstock)
• Collaborate with Finance and Procurement to balance cost-efficiency with material readiness
  
  
  

Supplier Management

• Support or lead material planning efforts for new product introductions and critical materials
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships
  
  
  

Project Management

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline operations
• Act as liaison between MBC and the EVF/Singapore site for shared material supply
• Manage vendor lead time accuracy and prevent disruptions
• Assist with label and pack scheduling
• Track and report project progress to stakeholders and management
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain
• 3+ years of professional experience in the following:
• Supply chain or material planning in a GMP manufacturing environment
• Purchasing/sourcing of raw materials
• Inventory management and optimization
• Using SAP for supply chain operations
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and MS Project
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and reporting to senior leadership (2+ years)
• Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision