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Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices is recruiting for a Senior Demand Planner to be hired in Saudi Arabia (Jeddah or Riyadh). Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 125 years. We embrace research and science -- bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of people. Employees of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies work with partners in health care to touch the lives of over a billion people every day, throughout the world. Thriving on a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our employees and committed to inclusion. Proud to be an equal opportunity employer. And our culture is interconnected by the shared values of Our Credo. It's a culture that celebrates diversity and diverse perspectives. It helps employees achieve an effective mix between work and home life and supports their efforts to have a positive impact on their communities. Summary of the job: A Demand planner is responsible for managing E2E SC activities for the Ethicon franchise including but not limited to · Demand planning including key events management. · Collaborate and align cross functional stakeholders to meet the franchise needs in short terms on order fulfillment and in long term to the growth strategy. · Setting and improving SC metrics for KSA in line with EMEA metrics definitions. · Bringing efficiencies in franchise SC operations. · E2E CAPEX execution from forecasting through order fulfilment.

Directly Responsible Individual for ETHICON Business. · S&OP process adherence in line with plan transformation requirements. · Work with deliver team to meet the months sales value and ensure maximum fulfilment. · E2E BU's Management - develop processes & Metrics. · E2E CAPEX management - forecasting, order management & order execution. · Single set of alignment between EMEA planning & multi-functional stake holders. · KPIs: o OTIF o Back orders o MAPE/BIAS o NTS Delivery o Inventory/ SLOB

Main Responsibilities · Forecasting and S&OP Management: o Maintain and understand the sales data at different aggregation levels (Brands, Sub-brands, SKUs, variants, sizes, Distribution channels, demand groups and demand locations). o Gather information and document assumptions based on historical data, business intelligence gathered from sales, marketing, finance, retailers, and other sources. o Produce unconstrained base demand plan utilizing statistical modelling in collaboration with Central planning team. o Maintain & validate assumptions of activities calendar and events forecasting building blocks. o Facilitate parts of the S&OP process to gain consensus and alignment with all stakeholders involved in the process to arrive at one unbiased aligned number, practicing the IBP concepts. o Analyses gaps (financials, capacities, inventory etc.) from unit-based plans to drive alignment between business functions. o Measure and track the forecast accuracy at different levels and initiate action plans to continuously improve forecast accuracy. o Manage a group of brands, maintain the lead in supporting the S&OP process by ensuring the local market insights are captured in forecast.

· Risk management and Inventory Health: o Work with the Medical team to identify, manage and communicate supply criticalities to all stakeholders outside the frozen horizon. Collaborates with the regional supply planners to assign the right priority and action plan to minimize such supply risks. o Work with the Regulatory Affairs team to avoid and minimize the risk associated with MDD-MDR Transition in the Middle East. Coordinate with regional planning, MDR project team, local marketing and commercial on forecast validation to ensure enough stock build during blackout period. o Performs SLOB risk analysis and initiate action plans with marketing/commercial team to keep SLOB provisions at minimum level. · New Products Introduction: o Locally own NPI project management from supply chain point of view, collaborating with regional supply planners, regulatory, marketing, commercial and operations team to ensure successful on time NPI launch. o Manage Phase in Phase Out (PIPO) changes at SKU level and communicate changes to all stakeholders. o Collaborate with Data Governance to ensure product codes are created in the system at the right time. · E2E SC Management for ETHICON CAPEX Instruments: o Responsible for forecasting all CAPEX requirements post alignment with all key stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Finance, Regional Planning) o Collaborate with regional planning and customer service for full allocation of instrument sets. o Collaborate with local and source deliver and CS teams to ensure complete fulfillments, o Ensure BO are regularly reviewed and executed as early as possible. o Bring efficiency measures in SC operations in the portfolio.

Qualifications University degree in Engineering, Business Management, or similar Courses in Supply Chain/Logistics At least 3 years' experience, in Supply Chain Hands on experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning and S&OP Prior ERP experience (highly preferred) IBP experience or qualification Experience working with quantitative & qualitative numbers, creating reports Expert in Excel, Skilled enough in Word and Power Point Ownership DNA: Self-starter, results driven & self-motivated Simple & Sharp Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Acts as Risks/Opportunities Radar Continuous Improvement Mind-set: PLAN, DO, CHECK & ACT (PDCA) approach to business, Analyses gaps, identifies root causes and process gaps, Initiates and executes actions Adaptability and Flexibility: thrives under pressure, has the drive to act beyond his comfort zone whenever required Collaboration: Win-Win Mindset, builds collaborative business relationships internally and externally Fluent in Arabic and English For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means "You Belong"! If you want to be a change agent in a challenging environment and shape the future quality organization, please send us your online application (CV, Motivation Letter, Working References etc.). Travel: