Regional Supply Chain Planner - Contractual

GlaxoSmithKline; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 900,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline in Karachi, Pakistan seeks a Supply Chain Planner to create and maintain SKU-level supply plans for a 0–24 month horizon. You’ll balance supply, capacity and inventory, collaborating with markets, sites and demand planners to minimize stockouts.

The role emphasizes practical problem-solving, clear communication, and continuous improvement with growth potential and visible impact within a leading biopharma company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, logistics or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in supply chain planning, demand planning or scheduling.
• Strong data and analytical skills with Excel; SAP APO/ECC is an advantage.
• Experience in FMCG/pharma supply chains is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain SKU-level supply plans for 0–24 months to meet market needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and take actions to prevent stockouts and write-offs.
• Produce regional KPI reports and supply insights for stakeholders.
• Run scenario modelling and capacity checks to support decisions.
• Support portfolio moves, new product introductions and pack changes.
• Investigate supply issues, identify root causes and lead corrective actions.

Skills

Forecasting

Data Analysis

Excel

Power BI

ERP experience

S&OP

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

SAP APO

SAP ECC

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Job PurposeYou will create and maintain accurate supply plans for a regional portfolio across a 0–24 month horizon. You will work with teams across markets, manufacturing sites and demand planners to balance supply, capacity and inventory. We value practical problem-solving, clear communication, and a focus on continuous improvement. This role offers growth, visible impact and the chance to help GSK unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain SKU-level supply plans for 0–24 months that meet market needs and minimize stock outs.Monitor inventory levels and take actions to prevent excess stock and write-offs.Produce and share regional KPI reports and supply performance insights with stakeholders.Run scenario modelling and capacity checks to support planning decisions.Support change activities for portfolio moves, new product introductions and pack changes.Investigate supply issues, identify root causes and lead corrective actions.Education, Experience and SkillsBachelor’s degree in supply chain, industrial engineering, logistics, or related field.Minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience in supply chain planning, site scheduling, demand planning or related roles.Strong data and analytical skills with experience using Excel.Good written and verbal English communication skills.Comfortable using ERP or planning systems. Knowledge of SAP APO or SAP ECC is an advantage.Experience in FMCG, consumer health or pharmaceutical supply chain environments.Hands-on experience with Power BI, advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables) or similar BI tools.Experience with scenario modelling, RCCP (rough cut capacity planning) or capacity planning.Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset and problem-solving skills.Strong stakeholder management and facilitation experience for cross-functional meetings.Previous exposure to change control and system data governance for planning processes.SkillsCustomer-Focused, Data Integrity, Data Visualization, Digital Fluency, Financial Acumen, GxP Regulations, Inventory Management, Lean Management, Master Data Management (MDM), Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), New Product Introduction (NPI), Problem Solving, Product Knowledge, Risk Awareness, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Strategic Alignment, Supply Chain Operations, Supply PlanningWhy GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.Contact information:You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button.Important notice to Employment businesses/ AgenciesGSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.