Planning Manager – Supply Chain

Globalpharma LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Globalpharma LLC is seeking a planning leader to own end-to-end supply planning for two plants in the UAE. You will drive the S&OP process, build demand forecasts by market and SKU, and ensure GMP-compliant production schedules.

You will lead the MPS/MRP processes, coordinate with QA/QC and Regulatory, and manage inventory targets while expanding capacity for launches and new markets. Strong SAP S/4HANA and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 13+ years in supply chain planning with 4+ years in management.
• Pharma manufacturing in a cGMP environment (generics preferred).
• Strong analytical skills and stakeholder communication.
• GCC experience and Arabic language a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning across two plants; own the S&OP process.
• Build demand forecasts by market and SKU and track forecast bias.
• Develop MPS and detailed production plans within capacity and GMP constraints.
• Drive MRP for APIs, excipients and packaging with Procurement.
• Manage inventory targets, safety stock and shelf-life risk.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and Regulatory on timelines and artwork changes.
• Plan capacity for new product launches and expansion.
• Own planning KPIs and report to leadership.
• Improve planning processes and leverage SAP S/4HANA (PP/MM).
• Lead, coach and develop the planning team.

Skills

S&OP

Analytical skills

Communication with stakeholders

GCC experience

Excel

SAP S/4HANA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Engineering, Supply Chain or Business

APICS CPIM / CSCP

Tools

SAP PP/MM (S/4HANA)

Excel

Job description

We are growing fast, expanding capacity and entering new markets, and we are looking for a planning leader to grow with us.

The role

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you will own end-to-end planning across both plants, turning market demand into a reliable, cost-efficient supply plan. You will lead the S&OP process and make sure the right product reaches the right market at the right time, in full GMP compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the monthly S&OP cycle, aligning Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and Finance on one agreed plan
• Build and own demand forecasts by market and SKU, and track forecast accuracy and bias
• Develop the master production schedule (MPS) and detailed production plans for both plants within capacity and GMP constraints
• Drive material requirements planning (MRP) for APIs, excipients and packaging materials, working closely with Procurement
• Manage inventory targets, safety stock and shelf-life risk to reduce stock-outs, write-offs and excess stock
• Coordinate with QA/QC on batch release timelines and with Regulatory on market registrations and artwork changes
• Plan capacity for new product launches, new markets and the ongoing plant and warehouse expansion
• Own planning KPIs (OTIF, forecast accuracy, schedule adherence, inventory days) and report them to leadership
• Improve planning processes and make full use of SAP S/4HANA (PP/MM)
• Lead, coach and develop the planning team

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Engineering, Supply Chain or Business (Master's or MBA is a plus)
• 13+ years of supply chain planning experience, with at least 4 years in a managerial role
• Strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing (generics preferred) in a cGMP environment
• Hands-on SAP experience (PP/MM, ideally S/4HANA) and advanced Excel
• Proven experience running S&OP in a multi-market export business
• APICS CPIM / CSCP or similar certification is an advantage
• Strong analytical skills, sound judgement under pressure and clear communication with senior stakeholders
• GCC experience is preferred. Arabic is a plus