Demand Planner (S&OP)

TR14 Alcon Laboratuvarları Ticaret A.Ş. Company; Beykoz; On-site; TRY 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Demand Planner to support the Europe Sales & S&OP organization. The role can be based in Turkey and may be located in other European sites as needed. You will translate market insights into accurate forecasts, lead monthly Demand Review, and drive launch planning across multiple countries.

Responsibilities include data quality, financial reconciliation, and presenting data-driven recommendations to senior leaders. Fluency in English is required; Turkish is a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Economics, or Operations)
• Fluent English; Turkish is a strong plus
• 3+ years in Demand Planning, S&OP, IBP, Forecasting, or Supply Chain Planning in an international setting
• Solid understanding of forecast accuracy, bias, and planning processes
• Experience with SAP, SAP IBP, APO, Kinaxis or similar ERP/planning tools
• Advanced Excel skills for large data analysis and business insights
• Experience with master data management, data quality, and planning performance optimization
• Strong communication and stakeholder management; able to interact with senior leaders
• Experience in Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, FMCG; Power BI a plus
• Willingness to travel within the EU (~quarterly)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Commercial, Finance, Marketing and Supply Chain across multiple countries to translate market insights into forecasts and executable plans
• Lead monthly Demand Review processes and own forecast submissions for multiple markets across six countries
• Drive New Product Launch planning, including launch forecasting and lifecycle planning
• Manage master data quality and financial reconciliation while delivering analytical insights
• Build relationships with senior leaders and provide data-driven recommendations to preempt risks

Skills

Demand planning

S&OP

Forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Turkish language

Analytical mindset

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

SAP IBP

APO

Kinaxis

Excel

Power BI

Job description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Demand Planner supporting the Europe Sales & S&OP organization, you will be trusted to drive demand planning excellence, support strategic business decisions, and ensure alignment between Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain teams. This role can be based in Turkey and may also be considered in other strategic European locations depending on business needs.

Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well‑known Opti‑Free line of contact lens solutions and related products.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Collaborating with Commercial, Finance, Marketing, and Supply Chain stakeholders across multiple countries to translate market insights, risks, opportunities, and business priorities into accurate demand forecasts and executable plans
• Leading monthly Demand Review processes and owning forecast submissions for multiple markets, ensuring high levels of forecast accuracy, data quality, and planning performance across approximately six countries and a complex product portfolio
• Driving New Product Launch (NPL) planning activities, including launch forecasting, lifecycle planning, cross-functional coordination, and demand assumptions to support successful product introductions
• Managing master data quality and financial reconciliation activities while providing analytical insights that support decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives
• Building strong relationships with senior business leaders, influencing decisions through data‑driven recommendations, and proactively identifying forecast, launch, and obsolescence risks before they impact business performance

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Operations Management, or a related field
• Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken, Turkish language skills are considered strong advantages
• 3+ years of experience in Demand Planning, S&OP, IBP, Forecasting, or Supply Chain Planning within an international environment
• Solid understanding of demand forecasting, forecast accuracy management, forecast bias, and planning processes
• Strong experience with SAP, SAP IBP, APO, Kinaxis, or similar planning and ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze large datasets and translate data into business recommendations
• Experience with master data management, data quality, and planning performance optimization
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and business partnering skills, including interaction with senior leaders
• Proven analytical mindset, problem‑solving capability, and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, matrix organization
• Experience in Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare, FMCG, New Product Launch planning, Power BI are considered strong advantages
• Willingness to travel within the EU (approx. quarterly)

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

Make a strategic impact in a highly visible regional role supporting multiple European markets and partnering directly with senior business leaders. Take ownership of complex forecasting, planning, and new product launch activities while influencing business‑critical decisions across Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain functions. Join a collaborative international team that values innovation, continuous improvement, professional development, and meaningful contributions to improving patients’ lives through better vision.