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Demand Manager UK, Ireland & Nordics Country: UK, Ireland, Nordics
City: UK, Ireland, Nordics
Department: Global Operations & Production
Job ID: 44345
Our people in Manufacturing & Global Operations share two priorities: getting things done and making things better. If you're a dynamic person with a positive mindset, you'll fit in well here. It's an international team with a powerful spirit of collaboration. Together, we make sure our products meet the highest standards of quality by constantly searching for ways to improve at every stage of our value chain – from the raw materials we buy through to the logistics network that brings our medicines to patients. Join our team and help us make an even bigger contribution to Grünenthal's future.
What the job looks like Each day you'll enjoy a variety of challenges, such as:
Define Demand Planning strategy & Operations Feed and support Demand Planning Strategy developmentResponsible for demand forecast accuracy, bias and forecast value add (FVA) performance to define the best fit demand planning strategyDrive continuous improvement of SC processes for GRT & CustomerCoordinate, handle and sustain relationship and collaboration with local suppliers (where applicable)Generate statistical forecast Manage demand history cleansing and exceptionsDefine portfolio segmentation (ABC-XYZ) based on defined demand planning strategyApply statistical models and parameters for forecastingTrack assumptions and manage risk & opportunitiesGather, understand and leverage market intelligence, customer forecast, promotional activity, seasonality and other external factors to feed S&OP/ IBP processSingle point of contact for supply chain related topics and close collaboration with relevant stakeholders incl. commercial and financeGenerate scenarios considering products, past event data, customer/market analysis and market dynamicsPartner with Supply teams to anticipate risks and opportunitiesManage Product Lifecycle Manage and own demand planning master data including discontinuations, NPI/EOLGenerate forecasts for integrations/NPIs in close collaboration with marketing, sales, finance and operationsEnsure portfolio control and cleansing regarding EOLsSupport Slow Moving & Obsolete Inventory (SLOB) and artwork changes managementManage volume allocation (where applicable), shortage, stockout risk and communicate to relevant stakeholders in timely mannerConsolidate the demand plan and define corrective actions based on KPIsEnsure the right planning maintenance into GRT systemsOwn the monthly Demand Review and provide demand inputs to the global IBP process for transparency of risks and opportunitiesProvide confidence to IBP stakeholders on Demand Management/Demand PlanChallenge forecast' proposal adjustments to reach the most accurate demand plan based and facts and data What you'll bring to the table To make the most of this role and truly thrive, you should have:
Education: University Degree (Master preferably) in Engineering or Business with major in Supply Chain Management / Logistics or equivalent experience. Six Sigma, Supply Chain (APICS/IBF) and Project Management are desirableMinimum of 3 – 5 years related experience in supply chain, preferably in pharmaceutical or FMCG sectorProfound knowledge of demand planning & IBP tools + SAP SD/MMExperience in Key Account Management and/or Demand Management / Market Research desirable (e.g., external data such as IQVIA)Fluent in English (essential) and key cluster language(s)Proficiency with MS ExcelVery good computer literacy and data analytics skillset, understanding the statistics behind the models and forecasting techniquesAbility to build strong collaborative teams and relationships, leading cross functional/ virtual teams where required.Ability to communicate clearly, making the complex clear and compelling to all levels of the organization in both written & oral forms.Strong customer orientationAbility to influence Director & VP Levels within the organization and in a matrix environmentAbility to apply and support process and tools improvementsCommutable distance to either Maidenhead (UK), Dublin (Ireland) or Copenhagen (Denmark) officesGrünenthal is a global leader in pain management and related diseases. As a science-based, fully-integrated pharmaceutical company, we have a long track record of bringing innovative treatments and state-of-the-art technologies to patients worldwide. Our purpose is to change lives for the better – and innovation is our passion. We are focusing all of our activities and efforts on working towards our vision of a world free of pain.
Grünenthal is headquartered in Aachen, Germany, and has affiliates in 27 countries across Europe, Latin America and the US. Our products are available in approx. 100 countries. In 2023, Grünenthal employed around 4,400 people and achieved revenues of € 1.8 bn.

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