Sr. Global Supply Planner

The Sr. Global Supply Planner (GSP) is responsible for the short-term, long-term, or E2E range supply chain planning activities and controlling the flow of product globally between manufacturing sites and the distribution centers. The objective is to meet market demand and optimize inventory levels in our supply network. To achieve this, the GSP must build strong relationships with supply sites, brand operation managers, ECM managers, Quality Assurance, Finance, Distribution, the Affiliates, and other stakeholders. The GSP knows the business and can anticipate future opportunities and risks and continuously looks to raise the bar to ensure success for AbbVie and assurance of supply for our patients.
Responsibilities:
Daily contact with one or more supply plants (internal and external) to coordinate the supply of finished products, bulk, active pharmaceutical ingredients or supporting materials
Support financial plan/LRP cycles by providing required data and input to long-term supply strategy
Coordinate and process inbound and outbound shipments
Ensure SAP and JDA are kept up to date with the latest information and that customers are informed timely of supply updates and risks
Participate in plant meetings to review and improve performance
Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations
Drive continuous improvements and participate in initiatives led by other colleagues
Offer innovative ideas and solutions to maximize business opportunities and to address challenges in the Global Supply Planner function
Execute financial processes including hedging, inventory reserve review, and product scrapping
Support artwork changes by coordinating related supply activity
Create impact with ideas for the larger organization and anticipate and respond to changes
Influence others when needed through use of SME knowledge and enterprise view
Support S&OE process through root-cause analysis, problem solving, and creative thinking to drive resolution
Onboard/train new employees
Act as a project lead when required
Bachelor or Master level, preferably in operations, supply chain or business management
3-5 years’ work experience in a similar environment
Must be experienced with ERP systems, preferably SAP
Be a team player with a focus on improvement and a strong drive for results
Must possess high-level analytical skills
Excellent written and oral communication is required
Excellent organizational skills are required
Proven strong problem solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to step into leadership role when required
Persistent, resilient and resourceful when confronted with obstacles, and resolved issues in a timely manner

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid