Demand Planner

Demand Planner

Location: Pinewood Campus, Wokingham

Working mode: Hybrid, 3 days on-site and 2 days WFH

Duration: 8 months (opportunity for contract extension/permanent)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay rate range: Competitive hourly rate

Imagine your next project as Demand Planner at J&J. In this role you will support the service and demand planning activities for a specific Sub-Franchise within CSS & Ethicon. The role involves accountability for the Final Consensus Forecast. This is a key support role within a Commercial Sub-Franchise that ensures accurate demand planning signals are sent through to the EMEA teams so that our customer expectations can be met and business plans can be achieved. Alongside this you are expected to look at the service element and make sure products are in the correct locations to support customer needs, whilst managing times of constraints. 

roles and responsibilities

• Key Supply Chain Business partner for all Internal functional.

• Leading monthly Integrated Business Planning (IBP) drumbeat cycle meetings with Product Managers, Commercial and Finance partners supporting internal sales growth.

• Submitting the Final Consensus Forecast (accuracy measured by MAPE, Bias and FVA) to the Region through the MagicTool forecasting and event management process, ensuring that the value output is in line with Financial Business Plans.

• Manage UK/IE Product Life Cycle Process for Ethicon & CSS. 

• Responsible for maximizing UK inventory optimization through validating customer needs.

• Identify trends and liaising with the Regional Plan Team to expedite and resolve issues

• Continuing to develop strong working relationships with cross-functional teams.

• Managing local Inventory levels Safety Stock Parameters, SLOB in line with internal Inventory targets.

• Demonstrated ability to work within a matrix environment where a high degree of collaboration is needed and strongly preferred.

• Ability to interact with and influence senior leadership teams required.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving and process improvement skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across functional areas to deliver results.

• Executing seamless NPI Product life cycle launches via internal Launch Excellence Plans.

• Manage UK/IE service. Maintain a good level of service to ensure on time delivery to customers and report on any disruptions. 

• Being part of a High performing team mindset.

how to succeed

Education and Qualifications:

• Educated to Degree level, ideally in a Supply Chain or commercially orientated subject.

• Minimum 1 - 3 years' experience in planning, sourcing or general supply chain/ S&OP management is required, ideally in the Medical Device or general Healthcare industries.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• A Can Do - Growth Mindset

• Analytical and structured approach

• Excellent IT skills, strong knowledge of Microsoft Office systems

• Experience of Excel Macros and Power BI reporting

• Ability to gain good customer & commercial understanding

• Committed to a Continuous Improvement Culture – applying data driven decision making

• Adaptable and open to take risks to challenge the status quo and drive change

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment & prioritize multiple projects

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Prepared to hold self and others accountable to delivering & maintaining high standards as required in all areas 

Preferred:

• Previous working with sophisticated business processes, and validated understanding of DP and/or ERP systems such as SAP and/or JDE 8.12 would be looked on favourably.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 8 months and has a strong chance of extension (or permanent role).

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE & Umbrella options are available. 

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: sara.marsalo@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.