Supply Chain Planning Manager - L2L Sites (Contractual)

841 GlaxoSmithKline Pakistan Limited; Keamari Town; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline plc seeks a seasoned Supply Chain Planner to lead long-range and day-to-day planning, turning demand into actionable manufacturing and distribution schedules. You will partner with manufacturing, procurement, commercial and logistics teams to optimize forecasts and replenishment rules, reduce stockouts, and improve planning accuracy.

You will apply data visualization and ERP planning tools to monitor KPIs, drive continuous improvement, and support new product introductions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Certification such as APICS, Lean Six Sigma or equivalent process improvement training is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supply chain planning, distribution planning, site scheduling, or related roles.
• Exposure to Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) or similar planning tools.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Advanced Excel, or other data visualization tools.
• Experience managing inventory, safety stock, and replenishment parameters.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and make decisions in a matrix environment.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, FMCG or regulated industries.
• Clear written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proven track record leading change and delivering measurable performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain supply and distribution plans that translate demand into manufacturing and delivery schedules.
• Manage supply risk and lead issue resolution to reduce stock-outs and minimize business disruption.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators for inventory, service levels, and plan adherence.
• Partner with manufacturing, procurement, commercial and logistics to align forecasts, lead times, and replenishment rules.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to simplify processes and improve planning accuracy.
• Support new product introductions, product transfers and special supply events with clear plans and stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Data Visualization

MRP

S&OP

Inventory Management

New Product Introduction

Lean Management

GxP Regulations

Problem Solving

Digital Fluency

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field

APICS/Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus

Tools

DRP

RCCP

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Summary

You will lead supply chain planning for sites, turning long-range plans into clear, actionable supply requirements. You will work closely with manufacturing, commercial and logistics teams to prevent stock gaps and reduce excess inventory. We value clear thinkers who use data, build strong partnerships, and drive practical improvements. This role offers professional growth, visible impact on supply reliability, and the chance to contribute to GSK’s mission of uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain supply and distribution plans that translate demand into manufacturing and delivery schedules.
• Manage supply risk and lead issue resolution to reduce stock-outs and minimize business disruption.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators for inventory, service levels, and plan adherence.
• Partner with manufacturing, procurement, commercial and logistics to align forecasts, lead times, and replenishment rules.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to simplify processes and improve planning accuracy.
• Support new product introductions, product transfers and special supply events with clear plans and stakeholder coordination.

Education, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Certification such as APICS, Lean Six Sigma or equivalent process improvement training is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supply chain planning, distribution planning, site scheduling, or related roles.
• Exposure to Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP), Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) or similar planning tools.
• Familiarity with Power BI, Advanced Excel, or other data visualization tools.
• Experience managing inventory, safety stock, and replenishment parameters.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and make decisions in a matrix environment.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, FMCG or regulated industries.
• Clear written and verbal English communication skills.
• Proven track record leading change and delivering measurable performance improvements.

Skills

Customer-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 Planning.

Why 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.

We are a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive.

Company Culture

We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing.