At STADA, we pursue our purpose of “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” worldwide. Britannia Pharmaceuticals, a UK‑based subsidiary of STADA, specializes in the neurology market, focusing on innovative treatments for chronic and serious conditions including Parkinson’s disease.
Demand Planner
Location: Reading, United Kingdom | Employment Type: Full‑time | Seniority Level: Entry level | Function: Management and Manufacturing
How You Will Make An Impact
* Manage operational interactions across markets to meet forecasted requirements.
* Plan and monitor the supply chain to ensure timely and GMP‑compliant delivery.
* Optimize SAP APO for planning and converting purchase requisitions into orders.
* Negotiate supplier inventory parameters such as safety stocks and lead times.
* Oversee new product introductions, packaging changes, and customer demand communication.
* Lead month‑end and KPI reporting, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
* Provide customer overviews at S&OP meetings and perform root cause analysis for improvements.
* Maintain and enhance supply chain processes and SOPs.
What We Are Looking For
* A degree or relevant qualifications (CIPS/APICS/BPICS) or progress towards them.
* Strong communication, planning, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, or similar ERP systems.
* Experience in planning, purchasing cycles, and manufacturing processes.
* Capability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
* Pharma industry experience with GMP/GDP knowledge is a plus.
How We Care For You
* Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
* Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
* Health benefits provided through BUPA Private Medical Insurance.
* Free winter flu jab.
* Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services.
* Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Enhanced Family Leave.
* Many more colleague benefits and celebration events.
STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, offering equal opportunities regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology or sexual orientation. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applicants without a pharmaceutical background.
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