Novartis
SupplyChainPlanning&AnalyticsSpecialist
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“Supply Chain Planning & Analytics Specialist at Novartis. Skills: Supply Chain Planning, Analytics, process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. end-to-end planning of an assigned product portfolio. automate repetitive planning tasks”
What You'll Achieve.
meeting targets for service level, inventory, and forecast accuracy; making day-to-day planning more efficient and reliable; align plans and priorities; support smooth execution across the supply chain; contribute to better planning accuracy, supply risk mitigation, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement of planning tools, processes, and systems; meet service, inventory, and forecast accuracy targets; 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.
Industry & Context.
analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large data sets.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s 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., 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., analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret large data sets., Proficiency in English and French, written and spoken.
Nice to Have
Certification or demonstrated hands-on experience in Power BI, Power Automate, Microsoft Power Platform, or data analytics.
What You'll Do.
end-to-end planning of an assigned product portfolio
automate repetitive planning tasks
align plans and priorities
support smooth execution across the supply chain
contribute to better planning accuracy
supply risk mitigation
inventory optimization
and continuous improvement of planning tools
Own end-to-end supply planning for an assigned product portfolio.
Drive digitalization and automation initiatives within supply chain planning.
and inventory to meet service
and forecast accuracy targets.
Monitor supply plans and adjust for changes in demand
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
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
Drive continuous improvement through better planning processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with commercial, operations, manufacturing sites, and supply chain teams, you will act as a key link between functions.; Collaborate with manufacturing sites and supply chain partners to ensure plan execution.; Support Sales and Business Planning processes with high-quality, timely inputs.
Communication Scope
Proficiency in English and French, written and spoken.
Full Job Description
**Job Description Summary** #LI-Hybrid Location: 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** * Bachelor’s degree in supply
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