Manager, US Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning

Location: Basking Ridge

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary As Demand Planner this candidate is responsible for bridging the gap between financial forecast, Marketing, supply chain planning and data analytics. The role's focus is on improving demand accuracy, aligning demand and supply, and supporting Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) activities and KPIs. Responsible for generating accurate demand forecasts and integrating them into the organization's supply and production planning process using SAP IBP for Demand and SAP S/4

HANA. Responsibilities Forecast Development & Alignment Own creation, refinement, and alignment of the demand forecast. Develop and maintain statistical forecasts using SAP IBP’s predictive analytics Incorporate business intelligence, sales input, and market trends into forecasts Prepare consensus forecasts and scenario modeling for management reviews Coordinate forecast adjustments based on new indications, new product introductions, or lifecycle events Monitor forecast accuracy metrics Planning Integration & S&OP Support Ensure forecast outputs are operationalized and aligned across stakeholders.

Manage and release forecast data from SAP IBP into SAP S/4

HANA as Planned Independent Requirements (PIRs) for production planning Participate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams in the monthly S&OP cycle by providing meaningful analytics and KPIs Scenario Modeling & Decision Support Support forward-looking analysis to inform supply and planning decisions. Use IBP’s simulation tools to assess the impact of demand variations on supply chain performance Support “what-if” analysis for production, capacity, and inventory decisions Systems, Analytics & Continuous Improvement Maintain system integrity and enhance planning processes through analytics and optimization.

Be the ERP SYSTEM SME to ensure accurate integration of data between SAP IBP and S4

HANA Identify continuous process improvement opportunities using IBP dashboards and real-time analytics Support the automation and optimization of planning processes Qualifications Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Engineering, or a related field required Experience Qualifications 4 or More Years
• Experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain analytics and KPI compilation required 1 or More Years
• Hands-on experience with SAP IBP for Demand and integration with SAP S/4

HANA preferred 1 or More Years
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to present to all levels of management preferred Licenses Qualifications Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or equivalent certification Upon Hire preferred Travel Requirements Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Travel to alternate Daiichi Sankyo sites as well as various CMO's Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range: USD $99,200.00 - USD$ Download Our Benefits Summary PDF