Demand Planner Job Details | STADA Arzneimittel AG

STADA; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company based in Reading, UK, is seeking a Demand Planner to manage operational interactions across markets and optimize supply chain processes. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, relevant qualifications, and experience in the pharma industry. The role offers competitive salary, bonuses, and numerous benefits including health insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health benefits through BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Free winter flu jab

Wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualifications (CIPS/APICS/BPICS) or progress towards them.
• Strong communication, planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, or similar ERP systems.
• Experience in planning, purchasing cycles, and manufacturing processes.
• Capability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Pharma industry experience with GMP/GDP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational interactions across markets to meet forecasted requirements.
• Plan and monitor the supply chain to ensure timely and GMP-compliant delivery.
• Optimize SAP APO for planning and converting purchase requisitions into orders.
• Negotiate supplier inventory parameters like safety stocks and lead times.
• Oversee new product introductions, packaging changes, and customer demand communication.
• Lead month-end and KPI reporting, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide customer overviews at S&OP meetings and perform root cause analysis for improvements.
• Maintain and enhance supply chain processes and SOPs.

Skills

Strong communication

Planning

Organization

Problem-solving

Building relationships

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience in planning

Pharma industry experience

Education

Degree or relevant qualifications (CIPS/APICS/BPICS)

Tools

SAP

Similar ERP systems

Job description

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.

Britannia Pharmaceuticals, part of the STADA Arzneimittel AG group of companies, is 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.

Demand Planner

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

We are looking for a Demand Planner!

How You Will Make An Impact:

• Manage operational interactions across markets to meet forecasted requirements.
• Plan and monitor the supply chain to ensure timely and GMP-compliant delivery.
• Optimize SAP APO for planning and converting purchase requisitions into orders.
• Negotiate supplier inventory parameters like safety stocks and lead times.
• Oversee new product introductions, packaging changes, and customer demand communication.
• Lead month-end and KPI reporting, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide customer overviews at S&OP meetings and perform root cause analysis for improvements.
• Maintain and enhance supply chain processes and SOPs.

What We Are Looking For:

• A degree or relevant qualifications (CIPS/APICS/BPICS) or progress towards them.
• Strong communication, planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, or similar ERP systems.
• Experience in planning, purchasing cycles, and manufacturing processes.
• Capability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Pharma industry experience with GMP/GDP knowledge is a plus

How We Care For You:

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 colleagues. Which is why we give so much in return:

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

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

Health benefits provided through BUPA 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.

Plus, many more colleague benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.