Sr. Demand Planner

Job Description SummaryAs the Sr Demand Planner, you will play a critical role in orchestrating the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process within your defined region. Your responsibilities include driving the Regional Unconstrained Demand Plan, collaborating with cross-functional teams (Commercial, Finance, and Product), and advocating for the voice of the customer in Supply Chain decisions. You will lead the Demand Plan sign-off process with the Regional General Manager. Your deep understanding of the business landscape and partnership with stakeholders will allow you to identify challenges, both internal and external, and proactively anticipate impacts on sales and supply. Your leadership will extend to establishing economic solutions and providing strategic recommendations to management. Staying on top of industry trends will be essential to inform your work.

Our Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx) business is the number one global supplier of contrast media and molecular imaging agents used to enhance medical imaging exams. Used throughout all major disease area diagnostic and treatment pathways, PDx products support three patients every second around the world.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

Job Description

Forecasting:

• Deliver a signed-off Unconstrained Regional Demand Plan for the upcoming 8 quarters.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align assumptions and define actionable steps to bridge any gaps.
• Continuously enhance forecasting parameters, master data, and models.
• Develop robust analytics and ensure clear communication to facilitate decision-making.

Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP):

• Sustain the quality and consistency of regional S&OP meetings.
• Contribute insights to the Global S&OP process.
• Support the execution of central programs and strategic decisions derived from Global S&OP discussions.

Life Cycle Management:

• Plan the introduction of new products and manage discontinuations.

Performance Measurement:

• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators such as forecast accuracy.
• Translate insights into actionable steps.
• Report forecast changes and their drivers.

Process Improvement:

• Lead initiatives to enhance our planning capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive demand planning improvements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of experience in Operations.
• 2+ years of experience in a planning role.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent analytical skills and excel proficiency.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and lead in a high-pressure environment.
• Familiarity with supply chain management concepts.
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