Lead the end-to-end supply chain design and execution for assigned brands.
Own the E-E supply plan in the tactical horizon (0-3yrs) across all supply nodes (internal sites and external manufacturing), balancing service, cost, and inventory while safeguarding continuity of supply for patients.
Manage the brand’s global S&OP cycle, integrating demand, supply, and inventory plans.
Oversee brand-specific S&OE forums and deploying scenario planning to anticipate and mitigate risk.
Define Brand inventory strategies considering lead times, batch sizes, shelf-life, and QA/QC release etc.
Lead cross-functional rapid response to supply disruptions, quality events, or forecast volatility.
Own the brand global supply plan for annual budgeting and LRP.
Establish and report on critical brand KPIs—service level, backlog, OTIF, inventory value/MOH, write-offs.
Integrate LCM Activities into supply strategies, including dual sourcing, tech transfers etc. to protect patient supply.
Build and influence strong relationships across Commercial Supply chain, Finance, Product Management, Quality, Regulatory, Tech Ops, External Manufacturing, and Global Logistics to enable optimal supply execution.
Serve as the supply planning voice within the Global Operations Product Team.
Leads planning execution of APS enhancement releases, including testing, UAT and sign off.
Designs and delivers role-based training, quick reference materials.

Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in supply chain management.
5+ years in APS release management and testing, with hands-on UAT leadership and exposure to validated environments; familiarity with OMP or Kinaxis preferred.
Required experience: 3–5+ years developing and delivering training for supply planning tools; proven change management experience and facilitation skills across global user groups.
Proven track record in pharmaceutical supply chain, Pharmaceutical Brand Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), demand and supply planning.
Strong understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain, inventory management principles, regulatory requirements.
Experience in implementing and optimizing supply chain technologies and planning systems (e.g., ERP, advanced planning systems)

Associate Director – Global Brand Planner

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