Senior Demand Planner

STADA Arzneimittel AG; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Demand Planner to optimize demand forecasts and supply plans. This role requires a strong background in demand planning and S&OP processes, with at least 5 years of experience in a multinational environment. The ideal candidate will excel in collaboration, analytical tasks, and leadership within cross-functional teams. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a variety of employee benefits in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus scheme

Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Wellbeing support services

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in demand planning, preferably in pharmaceuticals.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven insights.
• Proficiency in end-to-end planning cycles and scenario planning.

Responsibilities

• Build consensus-driven demand forecasts with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor sales performance and align demand forecasts with supply plans.
• Collaborate on new product launches to ensure accurate demand planning.

Skills

Demand planning

S&OP processes

Forecasting

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

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.

Senior Demand Planner

Role Purpose

As the Senior Demand Planner, you will play a pivotal role in driving accurate demand forecasts, optimizing supply plans, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will act as the central point of contact for Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, collaborating across sales, marketing, finance, and supply planning teams to deliver impactful results.

Your Impact in This Role

• Forecasting Excellence: Build consensus-driven forecasts with sales and marketing teams, ensuring alignment in volume and value while improving forecast accuracy and BIAS.
• Data-Driven Insights: Gather, analyse, and validate forecast data, leveraging historical trends, market insights, and local requirements to inform decision-making.
• S&OP Leadership: Lead the S&OP process for Global Specialties, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration across stakeholders while aligning demand forecasts with supply plans and business goals.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor sales performance, analyze changes, and take proactive actions to meet targets.
• Inventory Optimisation: Work closely with supply chain teams to manage inventory levels, address replenishment needs, and mitigate risks of excess or obsolete stocks.
• Launch Support: Collaborate with Global Launch Management and affiliates to deliver accurate forecasts for new product introductions, ensuring successful launches.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in demand planning and S&OP processes. You thrive in a fast-paced, multinational environment and excel at building relationships across teams to drive alignment and deliver results.

Key Skills and Behaviours

Experience & Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a multinational environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in demand planning, forecasting, and S&OP processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• Strong knowledge of SAP, IBP, or similar ERP systems (desirable).
• Experience with end-to-end planning cycles and scenario planning.

Skills & Behaviours:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
• Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
• Adaptability to change and process improvements.
• Drive for results and ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in English (another language is an advantage).

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 employees. Which is why we give much in return:

💸 Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.

🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.

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

🧠 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.

👪 Enhanced Family Leave.

🎉 Plus, many more employee 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.

Are you looking for new challenges where you can make a difference for people’s health? We are looking for candidates with positive attitude, expert knowledge and an entrepreneurial spirit that enjoy friendly working environment in a global team. We would be pleased to get to know you. Please use our online job portal to submit your application: https://jobs.stada.com