Demand and Supply Manager (m/f/o)

Zentiva Poland; Berlin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zentiva is seeking a Demand and Supply Manager (m/f/o) to strengthen our growing team in Berlin. You will ensure continuous and compliant supply of pharmaceutical products through effective demand and supply planning, contributing to patient safety and reliable product availability.

Responsibilities include developing forecasts with Commercial, Medical, and Regulatory teams; coordinating product supply with manufacturing sites; monitoring inventory and forecast accuracy; managing supply risks;

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain or demand planning in pharma.
• Strong GDP/GMP knowledge and pharmaceutical supply chain constraints.
• Solid SAP MM/PP/SD knowledge.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Fluent in English and German (B2).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts with Commercial, Medical, and Regulatory teams.
• Plan and coordinate product supply with internal and external manufacturing sites.
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels, service levels, and forecast accuracy.
• Identify and manage supply chain risks such as capacity constraints and delays.
• Ensure accurate SAP master data maintenance.
• Support S&OP processes and Demand & Supply Review meetings.
• Ensure GMP, GDP compliance and alignment with company policies.

Skills

Supply chain planning

GDP/GMP knowledge

S&OP

Forecasting

SAP MM/PP/SD

BI dashboards

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Decision making

English

German

Pharma experience

Tools

SAP MM/PP/SD

Forecasting tools

BI dashboards

Job description

We are looking for a Demand and Supply Manager (m/f/o) (maternity leave cover) to strengthen our growing team. As a Demand and Supply Manager (m/f/o) you ensure the continuous and compliant supply of pharmaceutical products to the market. Through effective demand and supply planning, you contribute to patient safety and reliable product availability.

What Would Be Your Main Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts in collaboration with Commercial, Medical, and Regulatory teams
• Plan and coordinate product supply with internal and external manufacturing sites
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels, service levels, and forecast accuracy
• Identify and manage supply chain risks (e.g., capacity constraints, regulatory delays)
• Ensure accurate master data maintenance in SAP
• Support S&OP processes as well as Demand and Supply Review meetings
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and company policies

We Need You To Have

• Proven experience in supply chain, demand/supply planning, or logistics ideally within the pharmaceutical or generics industry
• Strong understanding of GDP/GMP requirements and pharmaceutical supply chain constraints
• Solid knowledge of S&OP, demand forecasting, and inventory management best practices
• Advanced SAP knowledge (MM / PP / SD); experience with forecasting tools and BI dashboards is a plus
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and quality
• Excellent stakeholder management skills in cross-functional and regulated environments
• Ability to manage pressure and make sound decisions impacting patient supply
• Fluent in English and German (minimum B2 level)

It is crucial for us to have satisfied employees. Therefore, we can offer you the following:

• Employment in a growing market
• Daily challenges as well as a steep learning curve for individual development
• Competitive salary & benefits
• Great colleagues in an international work environment
• Strong team spirit and transparent communication
• A flat hierarchical structure
• A subsidized fitness program
• 30 days vacation plus days off between Christmas and New Year's Eve
• Smart home office/mobile office arrangement
• Remote work possible from anywhere in Germany

Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is an act @Zentiva

At Zentiva, we are a team of 5000 unique talents bonded together by our purpose to provide health and well‑being for all generations. We strive daily to create a work culture where everyone feels appreciated, can be their true selves, and contribute to the best of their ability. Seeking for a balanced team across the company, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates with various educational and industry experiences, cultural or ethnical backgrounds, and different life experiences or abilities, regardless of their religious or philosophical beliefs or whomever they choose to love.

Be part of our winning culture! Be Zentiva! At Zentiva, we provide health and wellbeing for all generations, with focus on developing, producing, and delivering high-quality, affordable medicines to more than 100 million people in over 40 countries across Europe.

We have four manufacturing sites and a broad network of external manufacturing partners. Zentiva employs more than 5,400 unique talents in over 30 countries, bonded together by a commitment to the people who depend on our products every day.

Visit us at www.zentiva.com