Supply Network Planner

Gr?nenthal GmbH; Lisboa; Híbrido; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A pharmaceutical company in Lisbon seeks a Supply Network Planner to optimize supply chain operations and collaborate with diverse teams. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree and hands-on experience in planning roles, especially in Pharma or FMCG sectors. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are required, along with fluency in English. This full-time role offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualificações

• Hands-on experience in Supply Planning, Demand Planning, or Production Planning (preferably in Pharma or FMCG).
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Natural leader able to drive projects and teams toward success.
• Collaborator who values diverse perspectives and thrives in a multicultural environment.
• Proactive mindset, able to juggle multiple priorities effectively.

Responsabilidades

• Build strong relationships with Supply Chain partners to ensure seamless coordination.
• Work closely with teams to align global supply strategies with market needs.
• Become the go-to expert for all things related to inventory management and service optimization.
• Identify, escalate, and resolve supply issues with functional partners.
• Collaborate with R&D and Demand teams for smooth product launches.

Conhecimentos

Supply Planning

Demand Planning

Production Planning

Leadership

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Fluency in English

Formação académica

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Ferramentas

Excel

SAP-R3

Power BI

Kinaxis

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Supply Network Planner

Country: Portugal

City: Lisbon

Department: Global Operations & Production

Job ID: 44804

Job Grade:

Internal Posting Date: 09/09/2025

Professional | Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid

Our Corporate Functions teams make sure everything at Grünenthal runs smoothly by bringing together people with a wide range of skills – from experts in finance, IT, HR, law and compliance through to business strategists and creative media minds. If you’re a great collaborator and a strong communicator, you’ll feel right at home here. Join our team and join forces with colleagues across our business to maximise our company’s positive impact on patients and their families.

What the job looks like:

Step into a dynamic, high-impact role where you’ll tackle real-world supply chain challenges in a fast-paced, global environment. You’ll collaborate with diverse teams, optimize end-to-end operations, and have the chance to shape strategic decisions.

• Be the Key Connector – Build strong relationships with Supply Chain partners (Production Planning, External Supply, Demand Managers, etc.) to ensure seamless coordination.
• Act as a Liaison Between Regions & Functions – Work closely with regional supply chain teams, manufacturing sites, and commercial stakeholders to align global supply strategies with market needs.
• Own Inventory & Service Levels – Become the go-to expert for all things related to inventory management and service optimization.
• Drive Operational Excellence – Proactively identify and resolve supply chain challenges to achieve the best customer service and inventory outcomes.
• Tackle Supply Disruptions Head-On – Identify, escalate, and resolve supply issues, working with functional partners to address root causes.
• Support New Product Introductions (NPIs) – Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, and Demand teams to ensure smooth product launches and seamless phase-in/phase-out planning.
• Manage Transitions Smoothly – Oversee planning activities related to product phase-ins and phase-outs, keeping our supply chain agile and responsive.
• Lead the Conversation – Drive end-to-end planning meetings for each Value Stream and prepare for key monthly Operational Reviews.
• Shape the Bigger Picture – Provide strategic supply input into the S&OP/IBP process, ensuring transparency of risks and opportunities.
• Monitor & Improve KPIs – Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turns, service levels, forecast accuracy, and supply reliability, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with business goals.

What you'll bring to the table:

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience in Supply Planning, Demand Planning, or Production Planning (preferably in Pharma or FMCG).
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and SAP-R3 (Power BI, Kinaxis is a plus!).
• A natural leader, able to drive projects and teams toward success.
• A collaborator who values diverse perspectives and thrives in a multicultural environment.
• A problem-solver who thinks outside the box and isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo.
• A team player with a strong focus on quality and service.
• A proactive mindset, able to juggle multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills to drive smarter decision-making.

Grünenthal is a global leader in pain management and related diseases. As a science-based, privately-owned pharmaceutical company, we have a long track record of bringing innovative treatments and state-of-the-art technologies to patients worldwide. Our purpose is to change lives for the better – and innovation is our passion. We are focussing all of our activities and efforts on working towards our vision of a world free of pain.

Grünenthal is headquartered in Aachen, Germany, and has affiliates in 28 countries across Europe, Latin America and the US. Our products are available in more than 100 countries. In 2024, Grünenthal employed around 4,300 people and achieved sales of € 1.8 billion.