***This role can be placed in EU and USA***

Your role:

Develop and establish robust demand planning methodology and processesDesign & implement KPIs & leading metrics on demand and pipeline health using historical data analyses as well as forward looking market and business intelligenceContinuously advance demand planning and forecasting processes and methodologies to improve understanding of demand scenarios and their translation into capacity needs and financial projectionsOrchestrate demand planning processLead demand planning, collect and synthesize data and establish consensus for both constrained and unconstrained demand plans by modality / technology incl. scenario planning and documentation of planning assumptionsSupport translation of modality strategies into long range plan to enable capacity review and investment planningBuild trust in demand plans by working to continuously improve data quality, analyzing overall trends and variations and drive corrective actions / improvementsHost Demand Reviews per modality and lead S&Op process for CDMO business as part of IBM frameworkEnsure overall alignment between the demand plan / pipeline and relevant capacity planning across all CDMO manufacturing sitesEnsure consolidation of production scheduling work across all CDMO manufacturing sitesProvide support to capacity analysis and risk assessmentOwn quarterly Forecasting processOwns and orchestrates monthly modality S&OP reviews, quarterly forecasting process, coordinating between Commercial, Finance, CPM and LSS Supply Chain teamBuild up demand realization / forecast accuracy reporting and track commercial actions
 

Stakeholder management

Ability to influence without authority across the matrixWorks collaboratively and cross-functionally with LSS teamsCooperationCollection of commercial demand from CDMO commercial and Customer Project Management teams and communication as well as collaboration on translation into action with the CDMO sites and the CDMO Operations head as well as the LSS E2E Supply chain team (ISCO)Partnering with Commercial Excellence to improve structured demand capture via SFDC, improve data quality and implement automated reporting of critical demand-related KPIsPartners with the CDMO Business head and Controlling Business Partners to establish consensus for demand and quarterly financial forecastsSupporting the Global Business Lead and Modality Leadership teams in translating of the modality strategies into robust long-range plansLSS IBM Lead will provide/support with guidance, best practices & global framework; collaboration to establish a smooth E2E S&OP process

 

Who you are
 

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, CDMO Project Management or related/equivalent field. Advance degree preferredAt least 7 years of industry experienceHighly developed interpersonal skills, drive to succeed, motivator of peopleA deep knowledge of the CDMO / Services business is desirableAbility to influence without authority across the matrixAbility to analyze, interpret, and summarize recommendations based on large data setsExcellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsProven track-record in establishing teamwork across process & geographical boundariesUnderstanding of demand planning and supply chain process is a plusPossess strong business acumenExceptional communicator with the ability to influence & say how it is at all levelsStrong collaborator & stakeholder management skills

 

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

 

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