Logistics Supply Planning Lead

AstraZeneca

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Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Significant supply chain planning experience
Advanced inventory and capacity planning skills
** AstraZeneca is seeking a Logistics Supply Planning Lead to enhance logistics efficiency and integrate mid-term planning within their global supply chain processes. The role involves optimizing logistics performance and emissions while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective supply chain design and execution. **

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for designing and piloting the Logistics Supply Planning capability to optimize end-to-end logistics efficiency and supply emissions.
  • The incumbent acts as a key contributor to the S&OP cycle, ensuring tactical distribution plans align with budget targets and risk mitigation strategies.
  • AstraZeneca offers a dynamic environment where planners can apply digital tools and Lean principles to improve resilience, sustainability, and speed of supply for life-changing medicines.

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** AstraZeneca is seeking a Logistics Supply Planning Lead to enhance logistics efficiency and integrate mid-term planning within their global supply chain processes. The role involves optimizing logistics performance and emissions while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective supply chain design and execution. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • Significant supply chain planning experience
  • Advanced inventory and capacity planning skills
  • Experience with ERP/APS systems like OMP or SAP APO
  • Strong data analysis and scenario planning capabilities
  • Proficiency in Lean Tools for process improvement

Nice-to-have

  • APICS CSCP or equivalent certification
  • Lean Six Sigma certification
  • Experience working with third-party suppliers
  • Leadership experience in cross-functional teams
  • Commercial acumen for budget influence
  • Ability to drive innovation in logistics design

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Significant experience in Logistics and Planning
  • Operational experience with planning systems (ERP/APS)
  • Understanding of master data integrity and quality
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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