Demand Planner

Sanofi; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Reading is seeking a Demand Planner. The role involves generating and managing accurate demand signals, collaborating with various stakeholders, and driving continuous improvement in supply chain processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and proven experience in supply chain or manufacturing. Knowledge of SAP and Kinaxis is preferred. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing 3 days onsite.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing benefits

Parental leave

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the supply chain / manufacturing industry.
• Skilled in scenario planning and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Gather and model demand drivers over a 36-month horizon.
• Monitor products at risk and drive mitigation actions.
• Prepare demand plans for IBP meetings.

Skills

English language skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Kinaxis

Job description

Demand Planner

• Location: Reading
• Hybrid work: 3 days based onsite
• Grade: L2
• SCOPE: UKIE
• Hiring Manager: Diaa Emad

About the job

The Demand Planner is a key driver in generating and managing accurate customer demand signals in Sanofi planning tools (Kinaxis). This position ensures the alignment of Business Units (BUs) and markets with Manufacturing and Supply (M&S) through collaboration with stakeholders at the market such as Commercial BUs, Regulatory, Finance and local Supply Chain (Demand Managers, Logistics and Customer Fulfillment/Engagement).

This is achieved by translating local conditions such as product life cycles, sales patterns and what-if scenarios in actionable data in our planning tools. Another element of the role is on continuous improvement through performance analysis and actions to help achieve the goals of the organization to supply products in a reliable and competitive way.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Main responsibilities:

In close collaboration with key stakeholders, mainly the Demand Managers, BUs and upstream M&S planners:

• Gather and model demand drivers (e.g. tenders, competition, promotions, lifecycle changes) over a 36-month horizon.
• Integrate statistical forecasts with market insights, adjusting only when accuracy improves.
• Ensure accurate master data and planning parameters (e.g. code switches, phase in/out).
• Consolidate and challenge forecasts, track deviations, and conduct root cause analysis.
• Monitor products at risk (e.g. short shelf-life, low demand) and drive mitigation actions.
• Support S&OE with short-term demand changes and communicate supply risks.
• Capture opportunities and constraints in planning tools for scenario analysis.
• Participate in product lifecycle committees and update demand plans accordingly.
• Coordinate with Product Planners to align demand and supply shifts.
• Prepare demand plans for IBP meetings and contribute to PMR reviews.
• Develop tools and reports to enhance planning performance.
• Support allocation management and support divestment projects.

About you

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and proven experience in the supply chain / manufacturing industry.
• English language skills.

Preferred Skills/Expertise/Experience

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical primary and secondary manufacturing processes preferred.
• Understanding of basic manufacturing processes and ability to apply to supply chain management.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory processes and requirements an advantage.
• Skilled in scenario planning, risk / benefit analysis, contingency planning and problem solving.
• Strong willingness to drive change as well as good internal marketing and communication skills.
• Excellent systems (SAP and Kinaxis an advantage) skills and basic understanding of financial function.

Competency Requirements

• A high level of accountability and attention to details required.
• Demonstrated high standards of integrity, professionalism, and commitment.
• Good team facilitation and relationship building skills.
• Sanofi Values.
• Stretch to go beyond the level we have operated at up until now.
• Act in the interest of our patients and customers.
• Take action instead of waiting to be told what to do.
• Put the interests of the organization ahead of my own or those of our team.

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
• Join us in shaping the future of respiratory care and making a difference in the lives of patients across the NHS.

Visas for those who do not already have the right to work in the UK will be considered on a case by case basis according to business needs and resources.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, committed to offering interviews to candidates who request consideration under the Scheme and meet the minimum requirements for this role.

If you have a disability and require adjustments for the interview process, please email us at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to ensuring an inclusive and supportive experience for all applicants.

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