Global Head of E2E Planning 100% (f/m/d)

Established in 1836, Acino is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, with a clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region and Latin America. With over 3,000 people across 90 countries, we deliver quality pharmaceuticals to promote affordable healthcare in these emerging markets and leverage our high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and network to supply leading companies through contract manufacturing and out-licensing.

We are constantly expanding our market position with a future-oriented international business strategy. Therefore, we are looking for a dedicated and motivated person to strengthen our team in Aesch as

Your Opportunities:

Strategic Planning and Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global end-to-end planning strategy aligned with the company’s overall objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to create and maintain integrated supply chain plans that drive business growth and operational efficiency.

Demand and Supply Planning:

• Oversee global demand forecasting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with market trends and sales strategies.
• Lead the global supply planning process, ensuring optimal inventory levels, capacity planning, and resource allocation.

Inventory Management:

• Develop and implement global inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and minimize stockouts.
• Monitor and manage inventory across multiple locations and regions, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts and supply plans.
• Implement best practices in inventory control, including cycle counting, inventory accuracy, and obsolescence management.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to ensure timely replenishment and efficient use of inventory.

Integrated Business Planning (IBP):

• Drive the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process across all regions and functions, ensuring alignment of demand, supply, and financial plans.
• Facilitate executive decision-making through regular IBP reviews, ensuring alignment of strategic goals with operational execution.

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement best practices in end-to-end planning and inventory management, driving continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Lead the standardization and optimization of planning processes globally, leveraging data analytics and technology to enhance efficiency.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the organization, including sales, marketing, finance, operations, and supply chain, to ensure alignment and integration of planning and inventory management activities.
• Manage relationships with external partners, suppliers, and customers to optimize the end-to-end supply chain.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify potential risks in the global supply chain and inventory management processes, developing mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies in planning and inventory activities.

Leadership and Team Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing global planning and inventory management team, providing guidance, mentorship, and development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the planning and inventory management functions.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness and efficiency of planning and inventory management processes.
• Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on planning and inventory performance, risks, and opportunities.

Technology and Systems Integration:

• Oversee the implementation and management of planning and inventory management tools and systems, ensuring seamless integration with other business processes.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and innovations in supply chain planning and inventory management, and assess their potential impact on the organization.

Cost Optimization and Budget Management:

• Drive cost optimization initiatives across the global supply chain and inventory management functions, balancing service levels with financial targets.
• Manage the budget for the planning and inventory management functions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with strategic goals.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
• Additional certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in supply chain planning, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record in managing global supply chain functions, including demand and supply planning, inventory management, and business planning, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance.
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical product lifecycle, including R&D, clinical trials, regulatory approval processes, and commercialization.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving change in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate the complexities of a global pharmaceutical supply chain.
• Expertise in supply chain technologies and systems, including ERP, APS, and inventory management tools specific to the pharmaceutical industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• In-depth knowledge of global regulatory requirements and quality standards, including GMP, GDP, and regulatory reporting.
• A visionary leader with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement, particularly in a regulated environment.
• A strong commitment to patient safety, ethical practices, and compliance with industry standards.
• Ability to build and lead a diverse, high-performing team in a fast-paced, global organization.
• Role model of our Values: courage, empathy, trust and commitment.

We Are Acino

At Acino, we push the boundaries to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products that improve patients’ lives. Driven by our collective purpose to provide access to medicines to those in need, our strength lies in our unique expertise and presence in emerging and high-growth markets. We are proud to be challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry, always looking ahead to the future with an open mind. Join Acino, a dynamic and rapidly growing environment where your contributions can make a real difference.

Acino is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a very attractive working environment within a highly motivated team with excellent working conditions. You can expect the following benefits:

• A job in a crisis-proof pharmaceutical company
• An international working environment in a constantly growing company
• A quality and customer-oriented environment
• A motivated, agile and service-oriented team
• Interesting and highly diversified tasks that provide a broad basis for your future career in the pharmaceutical industry
• Attractive salary and pension fund
• Flexible working hours (possibility of home office)

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organisation, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

Please apply via our HR system here.

Note that only direct applications via our HR system (follow the link above) will be considered.