Central Planner at Dr Reddy's Laboratories Limited

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Demand Planning, S&OP Process, Forecast Accuracy, Data Analysis, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Kinaxis, ERP Systems, Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Skills, Presentation Skills, Business Acumen, Collaboration

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait. We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets). ‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization. Job Description Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Central Planner for managing the Demand planning , S&OP process across the markets. The role involves ensuring effectiveness of demand planning process, drive improvements in terms of Demand forecast generation & adoption. It also involves working on multiple projects for process improvements across supply chain planning to deliver business benefits on service, cost and Cash. Roles & Responsibilities You are responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of the monthly Demand Planning cycle and S&OP processes through Kinaxis and ERP systems, adhering to defined timelines. Ensure effectiveness of Demand forecast generation process for Global markets to enable improvements in forecast accuracy & Bias Work with Business team & demand planners across all markets for adoption, enhancement of capabilities in forecast generation, develop MIS for the same Root cause analysis for non-adoption of system plans & improving the process, logics & eliminating system issues for adherence to system plans. Actively participate in the SCM digital initiatives & driving projects to deliver the defined objectives Analysis of various data sets to drive insights & action plans aimed at overall improvement of planning process Identify and develop MIS, Analytics & dashboards to provide visibility, gather insights Delivering on the identified Continuous process improvement actions through project management & CFT collaboration. Measure, track & delivery on process metrics like plan adherence, master data errors, functional KPIs Standardizations & Digitization of Supply chain Metrics for tracking and management reporting SME for Supply chain planning & become an expert in Kinaxis Masetro for Demand, S&OP, LE process Qualifications Education Qualification – B.Tech. or B.E. with MBA in Supply chain or Operations management (Preferred) Minimum Experience Required- 3-6 years of experience in supply chain planning in a Pharma/ FMCG organisation with specific focus on Demand forecasting. Skills & attributes :- Technical Skills • Broad understanding of Indian Pharma industry. • Demonstrate a strong SCM functional knowledge, End to end Supply chain planning processes understanding, should have an holistic approach & Systems thinking • Should be tech Savvy, comfortable with handling large data, have strong analytical & presentation skills. • Subject expert in demand forecasting & understanding of advanced Data science tools & methods for forecasting will be an added advantage • Stay informed about market dynamics, demand trends, and industry changes impacting supply planning. • Possess knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards relevant to the pharmaceutical or related industry. • Basic understanding of finance, logistics, international business trade parameters. Behavioural Skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Business Acumen & Decision Making. • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. • Performance oriented and good at building, leveraging relationship. • Ability to work collaboratively with own team and cross-functional teams. Additional Information About the Department Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO) At Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, we are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on global healthcare through precision manufacturing and innovation. With a legacy of excellence, we are a leading force in the pharmaceutical industry. We operate 19 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across Hyderabad, Vizag, Baddi, Mexico, Shreveport, and Mirfield, comprising 8 OSD facilities, 3 Injectables facilities, and 8 API facilities. Benchmarking manufacturing processes and continuous operational excellence are at the core of our capability to deliver quality medicines to our patients in 66 countries. We manufacture a portfolio of complex APIs and 1,150+ drug master files across key therapy areas such as Oncology, Cardio-vascular, Central Nervous System and Anti-Diabetes. he World Economic Forum has recognised our largest manufacturing facility in Bachupally, Hyderabad, as part of its Global Lighthouse Network. We aspire to be the most efficient pharma operations in the world. Our productivity improvement and digitalisation efforts are key to staying competitive, meeting business imperatives, and meeting our ambitious ESG goals. Building such ‘factories of the future’ is integral to innovation and to build healthcare of the future. Benefits Offered At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs. The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself. Our Work Culture Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic. For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/

Responsibilities

The Central Planner is responsible for managing the Demand Planning and S&OP processes across global markets, ensuring effectiveness and driving improvements in demand forecast generation. This role involves working on multiple projects for process improvements in supply chain planning to deliver business benefits.