Description
Summary:
As Global Distribution Requirements Planner, you will lead the planning and implementation of finished goods net requirements to elevate Galderma's supply chain.
Highlights:
1. Lead strategic planning of finished goods net requirements for a portfolio.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align distribution plans.
3. Opportunity to make a direct impact within a leading dermatology company.
Galderma is the emerging pure\-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science\-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast\-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ \- the skin \- meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Further supporting our growth and innovation momentum, we are establishing a new Global Capability Center in Barcelona to deploy new capabilities to effectively support its global commercial and functional teams. Located in the upscale Eixample District in the heart of Barcelona, Galderma’s Global Capability Center offers numerous possibilities for professional development such as exposure to global and cross\-functional projects and access to global career opportunities.
Job Title: Global DRP (Distribution Requirements Planner)
Location: Barcelona, Spain (Hybrid)
Summary
At Galderma, we're dedicated to building a top\-tier Operations organization by refining our end\-to\-end supply chain planning processes.
As the Global Distribution Requirements Planner for a designated portfolio franchise, you will take full responsibility for developing and implementing a regular net requirements plan for finished goods across a specific sector of Galderma's business. Our aim is to elevate Galderma to a top quartile supply chain organization.
This position will report directly to the Global Supply Chain Planning Manager within the designated portfolio franchise. It will serve as the primary liaison between market and manufacturing site supply chain teams
Responsibilities:* Strategically plan finished goods net requirements factoring in available inventory, targeted FG inventory levels, customer’s demand, and production output. This involves forecasting inventory levels, determining optimal safety stock, identifying deviations from projected inventory targets, and overseeing markets replenishment monitoring and management
* Analyze demand plan, inventory levels, distribution network and lead\-times to develop optimal distribution plans that balance customer service levels with inventory costs
* Support weekly Sales \& Operations Execution (S\&OE) meetings by providing related business risks and supporting actions needed to deliver on business needs
* Develop and continuously enhance DRP processes to support the timely and accurate delivery of products to markets
* Collaborate closely with cross\-functional teams including Global and market’s Supply Chain, business teams, and site’s manufacturing to align distribution plans with business objectives
* Monitor inventory levels and service level metrics (DIFC, OTIF, Inventory turns, E2E OLT, SLOB), identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed
* Coordinate with internal site’s distribution / logistics team to ensure timely and cost\-effective delivery of products
* Utilize advanced planning tools and systems to support data\-driven decision\-making and optimize distribution planning processes
* Act as change leader to establish the Galderma DRP function as key link between markets supply chain and site production planning teams
Education and Experience:* BS/MS in operations, engineering, supply chain management, continuous improvement, or other advanced analytical fields, advanced degree preferred.
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in supply chain planning management (pharmaceutical, OTC, life sciences, FMCG), proven experience in planning products supply, managing inventory coverages and changing demand signals
* Strong analytical, problem\-solving, and decision\-making skills
* Knowledge of ERP System and planning processes, Anaplan / Oracle / Infor M3 prefered
* Ability and high comfort level with presenting across all levels of an organization
* Solid understanding of Excel including experience with Power Query and Power Pivot, modeling with large, disparate datasets and visualization techniques
* Model building expertise to answer “what if” scenarios
* Visualization software experience (PowerBI prefered)
* APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP, CLTD) as well as programming language skills a bonus
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple competing priorities
Language(s):* Fluent in both written and spoken English and French, other languages an asset
Location:* Role to be hosted at Galderma’s Global Capability Center in Barcelona
Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.