Sr. Associate Supply Chain Planning

Alcon; Bornem; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Senior Associate, Supply Chain Planning in Bornem to drive demand, supply, and inventory planning while ensuring product availability and operational excellence. The role partners with cross-functional teams and uses ERP/planning systems to improve service levels and financial outcomes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in a related field and 5+ years in supply chain planning, with strong analytical skills and English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, operations, or a related field.
• Proficiency with ERP and planning systems (SAP, MRP, or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills for analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience interpreting complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with cross-functional partners to identify and resolve supply chain challenges, ensuring continuity of supply and achievement of service level targets.
• Managing demand, supply, and inventory planning processes to optimize inventory levels, reduce backorders, and improve customer service performance.
• Analyzing supply chain data, conducting root cause investigations, and developing actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.
• Partnering with operations, procurement, engineering, logistics, and regional stakeholders to align planning activities and support business objectives.
• Utilizing ERP and planning systems to monitor performance, generate insights, and drive measurable improvements in inventory, service, and financial metrics.

Skills

Demand planning

Supply planning

Inventory management

Backorder management

Service level optimization

Advanced analytical skills

Stakeholder influence

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related

Tools

SAP

MRP

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Senior Associate, Supply Chain Planning - Alcon

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a Senior Associate, Supply Chain Planning supporting our Supply Chain Operations team, you will be trusted to drive demand, supply, and inventory planning activities while ensuring product availability and operational excellence at Bornem.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Collaborating with cross-functional partners to identify and resolve supply chain challenges, ensuring continuity of supply and achievement of service level targets.
• Managing demand, supply, and inventory planning processes to optimize inventory levels, reduce backorders, and improve customer service performance.
• Analyzing supply chain data, conducting root cause investigations, and developing actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.
• Partnering with operations, procurement, engineering, logistics, and regional stakeholders to align planning activities and support business objectives.
• Utilizing ERP and planning systems to monitor performance, generate insights, and drive measurable improvements in inventory, service, and financial metrics.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, operations, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, backorder management, and service level optimization.
• Proficiency with ERP and planning systems (SAP, MRP, or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills for analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience interpreting complex datasets and driving continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, foster accountability, and effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Strong financial acumen with an understanding of cost drivers, inventory impacts, and budget management.
• Fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Enjoy the autonomy to manage your workload and priorities while making a meaningful impact on global supply chain performance.
• Work on challenging and high-visibility projects alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Accelerate your professional growth through ongoing development opportunities, learning resources, and career advancement paths.

At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide.