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The Position
Are you passionate about driving operational excellence? Roche Diagnostics Belgium is looking for a proactive and experienced Supply Chain Planning Expert to optimise inventory management, forecasting accuracy, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to deliver superior customer experiences.
Roche Diagnostics Belgium is seeking an individual to join a dynamic and collaborative team to make a meaningful impact on patient lives. If you are passionate about optimising supply chain processes and dedicated to driving a performance-driven mindset, join us to make a meaningful impact!
Your key responsibilities
Lead S&OP Process: Prepare for and lead Sales & Operations Planning meetings, collaborating with sales, marketing, and operations to generate demand forecasts and assess business risks.
Optimize Supply Chain Performance: Continuously improve S&OP processes to boost forecast accuracy, inventory efficiency, and On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery.
Manage Inventory and Data: Oversee inventory values and master data, providing timely reports on stock levels, write-offs, stockouts, and provisions.
Mitigate Supply Risks: Identify and address potential supply issues impacting customers or business performance, managing communication plans for availability concerns and supporting new product launches.
Your background
You hold a University Degree in Planning / Supply Chain or related field
You have at least 3 years of professional experience in demand planning/forecasting preferable with additional exposure to logistics, plannin, stock management operational activities & cross country collaboration
You possess the digital acumen and specialist knowledge of cutting-edge platforms like SAP (IM, MM, & Planning), APO, Google, Monday.com, and Lucidspark, complemented by strong analytical tools including Excel, to revolutionize S&OP processes
You are fluent in English, Dutch and French are solid advantage
What you bring
You'll leverage strong analytical and reporting skills to provide insightful management information and solve problems proactively in a demanding operational environment
You're expected to champion a performance-driven mindset, adapting to change and consistently seeking improvements to enhance service and reduce costs
Your communication skills will be key to explaining decisions ("the why"), building strong internal relationships, and fostering a culture of quality and service
You'll contribute positively to a collaborative team, coaching colleagues, prioritizing effectively, and demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and development
Please note due to the holiday period, the interview process will be staggered across July to September.
Why Roche?
At Roche, we encourage you to experiment, learn from mistakes, and build meaningful relationships. We provide an environment where you are empowered to shape your career and drive transformation.
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What we offer
A dynamic, market-leading company with growth opportunities both nationally and internationally.
A great place to work, have fun, and make an impact on patient lives.
A co-creative, diverse, and open-minded organization where you can be yourself.
Opportunities for personal and professional development.
Competitive compensation and benefits, including a performance-based bonus, and participation in our stock program.
In case you want to learn more about this role, do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Partner, Sabrina Kolebacki ([email protected]). Or, if ready, click the "apply now" button!
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
