Demand and Supply Manager

We are looking for a Demand and Supply Manager (m/f/o) (maternity leave cover) to strengthen our growing team.

As a Demand and Supply Manager (m/f/o) you ensure the continuous and compliant supply of pharmaceutical products to the market. Through effective demand and supply planning, you contribute to patient safety and reliable product availability.

What Would Be Your Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts in collaboration with Commercial, Medical, and Regulatory teams

• Plan and coordinate product supply with internal and external manufacturing sites

• Monitor and optimize inventory levels, service levels, and forecast accuracy

• Identify and manage supply chain risks (e.g., capacity constraints, regulatory delays)

• Ensure accurate master data maintenance in SAP

• Support S&OP processes as well as Demand and Supply Review meetings

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and company policies

We Need You To Have:

• Proven experience in supply chain, demand/supply planning, or logistics  ideally within the

pharmaceutical or generics industry

• Strong understanding of GDP/GMP requirements and pharmaceutical supply chain

constraints

• Solid knowledge of S&OP, demand forecasting, and inventory management best practices

• Advanced SAP knowledge (MM / PP / SD); experience with forecasting tools and BI

dashboards is a plus

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and quality

• Excellent stakeholder management skills in cross-functional and regulated environments

• Ability to manage pressure and make sound decisions impacting patient supply

• Fluent in English and German (minimum B2 level)

It is crucial for us to have satisfied employees. Therefore, we can offer you the following:

• Employment in a growing market

• Daily challenges as well as a steep learning curve for individual development

• Competitive salary & benefits

• Great colleagues in an international work environment

• Strong team spirit and transparent communication

• A flat hierarchical structure

• A subsidized fitness program

• 30 days vacation plus days off between Christmas and New Year's Eve

• Smart home office/mobile office arrangement

• Remote work possible from anywhere in Germany

Our Recruitment Process:

To be considered for this role, please apply in our Applicant tracking system and refrain from sending your CV via email. Upon the completion of sourcing (CV collection) period, all received application will be reviewed by our Recruitment experts and evaluated against the needs of the open role. Successful candidates will be contacted by our Recruiting experts for an initial screening interview during which further details about the selection process will be shared. Successful candidates will progress to interviews with line managers, while not selected candidates will be informed in a written form as soon as possible.

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At Zentiva, we are a team of 5000 unique talents bonded together by our purpose to provide health and well-being for all generations. We strive daily to create a work culture where everyone feels appreciated, can be their true selves, and contribute to the best of their ability. Seeking for a balanced team across the company, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates with various educational and industry experiences, cultural or ethnical backgrounds, and different life experiences or abilities, regardless of their religious or philosophical beliefs or whomever they choose to love.

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