Head of Demand Planning & S&OP Strategy

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. seeks a senior supply chain professional to drive the US S&OP process, manage inventory, and collaborate with Finance, Marketing, and Global Supply to ensure availability of 150–200 SKUs with significant net sales.

You will lead forecast reviews, product lifecycle, and multi-country launches. The role emphasizes analytics, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while coordinating complex supply chain initiatives

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Supply Chain or related field; 8-10 years in demand/supply planning or master scheduling.
• Proficiency with Excel and data visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau).
• S&OP leadership experience and ability to drive consensus across functions.
• APICS CSCP/CPIM certification is desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to connect datasets across systems for decision making.
• Proven ability to influence, communicate and build relationships across levels.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional projects (product launches/substitutions).
• Proficiency with planning systems (JDA, GRP, BIX@, SAP).

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) for the US AH supply chain.
• Provide performance updates on inventory coverage, risk, launches, and financial reconciliation.
• Lead Demand Reviews with Brand Directors and Marketing to optimize forecast and service levels.
• Validate forecast plausibility and challenge Marketing when needed.
• Drive inventory risk assessment, mitigation plans, and scenario planning with multi-function teams.
• Coordinate Financial Reconciliation for Supply Chain, Marketing and Finance; manage SKU lifecycle.
• Coordinate complex launches and changes across countries with Global PSM and related functions.
• Lead local Product Review and Life Cycle Management; track SKU launches and discontinuations.
• Oversee annual local PPO process to rationalize low-volume/margin SKUs.
• Monitor forecasting processes at local level (fcst review) and provide KPI analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

S&OP leadership

Forecasting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's / BS in Business or Supply Chain

Masters degree preferred

APICS CSCP/CPIM certification desired

8-10 years experience in demand/supply planning

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

JDA

GRP

BIX@

SAP

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. seeks a senior supply chain professional to drive the US S&OP process, manage inventory, and collaborate with Finance, Marketing, and Global Supply to ensure availability of 150–200 SKUs with significant net sales.

You will lead forecast reviews, product lifecycle, and multi-country launches. The role emphasizes analytics, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while coordinating complex supply chain initiatives