Job Title
Demand Manager FAC
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The Opportunity
This position works out of our Algeria. on site. location in the Established Pharmaceuticals division.
Divisional Information
Established Pharmaceuticals
We are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world’s fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality and differentiated branded generic medicines reaches across multiple therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women's health, cardiometabolic, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory.
What You’ll Work On
S&OP Management
Oversee and coordinate the monthly S&OP cycle across all FAC affiliates.Leads the preparation and delivery of FAC slides for Region S&OP meetings, coordinating inputs from cross-functional departments and presenting consolidated updates, key planning assumptions, performance highlights, and critical issues requiring alignment or decision-making at the regional levelEnsure alignment of assumptions, risks, and opportunities across countries.Monitor Affiliate Demand Reviews, Supply Reviews, and Executive S&OP meetings.Forecast Supervision & Alignment
Ensure affiliate forecasts reflect market realities and brand strategies.Maintain a unified “one set of numbers” approach across all functions.Monitor forecast accuracy and bias and drive corrective actions.Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Review affiliate sales, and financial performance vs. Plan and LRP.Publish consolidated FAC ADS and commentary on key changes.Track KPIs and lead root cause analysis and action planning for misses.Inventory & Supply Oversight
Monitor DOH and ensure optimal inventory levels across affiliates.Manage abnormal demand, tenders, backorders, and product allocation issues.Support inventory forecasting for Plan, LBE, and Cash Flow cycles.Strategic & Financial Planning
Support Strategic Brand Plans, Financial Plans, LBEs, and LRPs.Ensure demand inputs are integrated into financial and operational planning.Provide insights on how forecast accuracy impacts cost, service, and profitability.Governance & Process Excellence
Ensure each affiliate’s S&OP process aligns with EPD standards.Act as the Cluster owner of S&OP tools and systems (e.g., SAP, Prime).Drive continuous improvement and standardization across the region.Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the link between commercial and supply chain teams across FAC.Ensure decisions and plans are clearly communicated and executed.Escalate gaps with recommended actions and ensure timely resolution.Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Supply Chain or Business
Language:
Fluent French and English
Minimum Experience Required:
Minimum 8 years of experience in a supply chain & demand planning.
Preferred professional experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical company, preferably a multinational.
Legal / Certification requirements.
In depth experience with replenishments and distribution.
Personal Characteristics & Skills:
Quality System Knowledge.
Manufacturing Knowledge.
Average knowledge.
Business Knowledge.
Market insight-in depth knowledge of local markets and ability to analyses market intelligence and dynamics to translate global brand strategy into meaningful marketing program to meet customer needs that quickly captures shares.
Regulatory Knowledge.
Average knowledge.
Commercial Knowledge.
Experience in leading/cooperating with a diverse team of Sales and Marketing professionals.
IT Systems / Skills.
Systems: SAP and Excel.
Training / Certification.
Leadership.
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