Supply Chain Planning & Analytics Specialist
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Job Description Summary
#LI-HybridLocation: Montreal Canada
Relocation Support: This role is based in Montreal Canada. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
As the Supply Chain Planning & Analytics Specialist you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning of an assigned product portfolio helping ensure products are available when needed while meeting targets for service level inventory and forecast accuracy. You will also look for practical ways to automate repetitive planning tasks making day-to-day planning more efficient and reliable.
Working closely with commercial operations manufacturing sites and supply chain teams you will act as a key link between functions. Through Sales and Business Planning processes you will help align plans and priorities support smooth execution across the supply chain and contribute to better planning accuracy supply risk mitigation inventory optimization and continuous improvement of planning tools processes and systems.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Own end-to-end supply planning for an assigned product portfolio.
Drive digitalization and automation initiatives within supply chain planning.
Balance demand supply and inventory to meet service inventory and forecast accuracy targets.
Monitor supply plans and adjust for changes in demand constraints or business priorities.
Collaborate with manufacturing sites and supply chain partners to ensure plan execution.
Identify supply risks early and develop practical mitigation actions.
Track and report performance against service level inventory and planning key performance indicators.
Optimize inventory levels to reduce excess stock and potential write-offs.
Support Sales and Business Planning processes with high-quality timely inputs.
Drive continuous improvement through better planning processes tools and automation.
Essential Requirements
Bachelors degree in supply chain management engineering business or a related field.
Three to five years of experience in supply chain planning and/or analytics roles.
Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain planning processes.
Experience in supply planning demand and supply alignment and inventory management.
Knowledge of Sales and Business Planning processes and cross-functional planning environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret large data sets.
Language: French speaking andwriting:advancedand English speaking andwriting:advanced
Desirable Requirements
Certification or demonstrated hands-on experience in Power BI Power Automate Microsoft Power Platform or data analytics.
AtNovartis Canadawe are determined to be a valued partner and advocate with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey from drug development to diagnosis to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data technology and partnerships.
Research & Development:we focus on four core therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular Renal & Metabolic Immunology Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:Novartis is committed to building outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representatives of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired
Data Analytics and Digital gmp knowledge HSE Knowledge Inventory Management Logistics and Transportation Management Master Data Operational Excellence Order Management Resilience and Risk Management Sap Erp supply chain management Supply Planning Warehouse ManagementRequired Experience:
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About Company
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.
