Senior Demand Manager Details | Arzneimittel AG

At STADA we pursue our purpose “Caring for people‘s health as a trusted partner” worldwide. Originally founded by pharmacists, we are a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals. More than 12,300 employees around the globe live our values Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA to achieve ambitious goals and shape the successful future of STADA.

STADA Arzneimittel AG group of companies includes Britannia Pharmaceuticals, a UK based pharmaceutical company specialising in the neurology market. Britannia focuses on innovative products for chronic and serious medical conditions, and in particular, the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. We are highly committed to improving the quality of life for People with Parkinson's disease.

Reading|United Kingdom (GB)|Full-time|Permanent

As the Senior Demand Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving accurate demand forecasts, optimizing supply plans, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will act as the central point of contact for Sales & Operations Planning (SOP) processes, collaborating across sales, marketing, finance, and supply planning teams to deliver impactful results.

• Forecasting Excellence: Build consensus-driven forecasts with sales and marketing teams, ensuring alignment in volume and value while improving forecast accuracy and BIAS.
• Data-Driven Insights: Gather, analyse, and validate forecast data, leveraging historical trends, market insights, and local requirements to inform decision-making.
• SOP Leadership: Lead the SOP process for Global Specialties, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across stakeholders while aligning demand forecasts with supply plans and business goals.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor sales performance, analyze changes, and take proactive actions to meet targets.
• Inventory Optimisation: Work closely with supply chain teams to manage inventory levels, address replenishment needs, and mitigate risks of excess or obsolete stocks.
• Launch Support: Collaborate with Global Launch Management and affiliates to deliver accurate forecasts for new product introductions, ensuring successful launches.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in demand planning and SOP processes. You thrive in a fast-paced, multinational environment and excel at building relationships across teams to drive alignment and deliver results.

• Experience & Knowledge:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a multinational environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Expertise in demand planning, forecasting, and SOP processes.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
  • Strong knowledge of SAP, IBP, or similar ERP systems (desirable).
  • Experience with end-to-end planning cycles and scenario planning.

• Skills & Behaviours:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
  • Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
  • Adaptability to change and process improvements.
  • Drive for results and ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in English (another language is an advantage).

At Britannia, our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.

Health benefits, including Private Medical Insurance.

Free winter flu jab.

Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.

⚡ Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Enhanced Family Leave.

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