Senior Demand Lead

• Lead and align stakeholders through each step of the monthly IBP cycle, so that product demand is accurately forecast and forms the basis for manufacturing and supply planning, in close collaboration with Demand Planners
• Product portfolio management: Oversee portfolio changes such as launches, divestments, pruning, and code or sourcing changes, and regularly review planning master data for accuracy
• Demand review: Make sure assumptions, gaps, close-the-gap actions, and escalations are properly recorded at product level, including scenarios for active and inactive opportunities
• Supply review: Stay aware of supply constraints affecting the market, share them with key stakeholders, and escalate issues when needed
• Integrated reconciliation: Align with Finance on operational versus financial forecasts and agree on the most realistic action plan to meet business objectives
• Management Business Review (MBR): Run the MBR meeting, covering risks and opportunities, prepare minutes, and follow up on actions to reduce the risk of shortages, returns, and write-offs

• Deliver key targets together with Demand Planners and other stakeholders, including sales performance, OTIF, forecast accuracy (MAPE and FVA), inventory levels, destructions, and write-offs
• Analyze IBP dashboards and performance metrics, identify opportunities for improvement, and turn them into action
• Regularly review inventory targets, lead times, and end-to-end physical flows to optimize cash flow
• Lead the obsolescence, destructions, and returns discussion within IBP and agree actions with business stakeholders to reduce inventory provisions
• Drive supply chain initiatives that support sales execution and continuously improve forecast accuracy

• Work with Demand Leads, Demand Planners, Business Units, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, and upstream production planners to align on market needs and trends
• Act as the focal point for Global Product Leaders and GBU Supply Chain, taking part in Global Product Reviews and following up on major demand and supply variations
• Take accountability for new product launches, line extensions, and network changes, ensuring smooth, on-time implementation without supply interruption
• Build close working relationships with Global Supply Chain IBP leads and other global and central functions to ensure effective two-way communication
• Contribute to the Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE) process when needed, linking short-term supply chain activity with the IBP planning horizon

• Take part in the IBP Community of Practice led by the Center of Excellence, promoting continuous improvement in IBP processes, systems, and tools
• Ensure all processes and activities meet Sanofi compliance standards

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in supply chain or the manufacturing industry; knowledge of pharmaceutical primary and secondary manufacturing processes is a plus
• Technical skills: Strong systems and project management skills (SAP and Kinaxis preferred); good understanding of manufacturing finances and basic knowledge of the financial function and regulatory requirements
• Planning and analytical skills: Skilled in scenario planning, risk and benefit analysis, contingency planning, and problem solving; able to anticipate the consequences of different scenarios and spot mission-critical issues
• Soft skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and facilitation skills with stakeholders at different levels of the hierarchy, from operational teams to senior leadership; able to motivate and influence colleagues who don't report to you; willing to drive change with strong internal communication
• Mindset: High level of accountability and attention to detail, with integrity, professionalism, and commitment
• Languages: English
• Education: Bachelor's degree

• 🌍 Make a direct impact on patients by ensuring our medicines are available when and where they are needed
• 🤝 Work across functions and geographies with colleagues in supply chain, finance, commercial, regulatory, and quality
• 📈 Grow your career with opportunities across functions, regions, and the full product lifecycle
• 💡 Shape how we plan through continuous improvement and the IBP Community of Practice
• 🎯 Own meaningful results with real accountability for product availability, inventory, and launch success
• 🌈 Join an inclusive workplace where diversity and collaboration are valued
• ❤️ Enjoy comprehensive benefits including high-quality healthcare, wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave

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Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.