Demand Planner, Levant

Job Description

• Support and facilitate Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process
• Support Demand generation : generate 36-month rolling forecast based on Country Manager/Franchise Managers/Finance projections; formal sign off process of inland sales forecast
• Work closely with Commercial team and Distibutors to Ensure orders are submitted on time with regular follow up of products availability with Basel supply chain
• Coordinate & follow up Sales Orders and Tender quotations
• Manage & support strategic supply chain initiatives in line with Global Supply Chain process from forecast to fulfilment
• Ensure healthy inventory levels at distributors
• Support and coordinate lifecycle projects as Launches/transfers/divestment/pruning and changes, apply in 36-months rolling forecast of net requirements to ensure right product at the right time at the right place
• Ensure orders are submitted on time with regular follow up of products availability with Basel supply chain
• Maintain strong working relationships with all external & internal business partners, specially related to S&OP-partners Country Operations, BPA, DRA, FRA, KAM, Franchise Management, Technical Operations, Novartis Pharma Services Basel, MENA Management and Customers/Agents/Distributors
• Support Supply Chain projects and collaborate with other functions (BPA, Sales/Marketing and Country Operations )
• Follow up of Slow and no movers’ products and action plan if necessary

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Minimum Requirements

• Languages: English essential, local language preferred
• 2-5 years’ experience in Supply chain Management, Materials Management / Logistics, Planning
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and coordinate efforts around process improvement.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage resolution of complex issues with an extended/overseas team in a fast paced development environment.
• Ability to message executive management on program status and interact in escalations as appropriate.
• Pro-active in approach and follows through on important issues.
• Forecasting – Demand: Knowledge of demand forecasting techniques and inputs (e.g., business trends, seasonality, consumption patterns, ABC Classification, etc)
• Software Applications: Knowledge and use of technical software applications appropriate to the specific work activities

Division
Innovative Medicines International & Chief Commercial Office
Business Unit
APMA IMI
Country
Jordan
Work Location
Amman
Company/Legal Entity
Novartis Pharma Services AG
Functional Area
Technical Operations
Job Type
Full Time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Early Talent
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