EMEA Demand Manager at Abbott Pediatrics

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Demand Forecasting, S&OP, KPI Tracking, Business Reviews, Commercial Execution, SKU Management, Forecasting Accuracy, Product Lifecycle Management, Scenario Planning, Statistical Analysis, Change Management, Cross Functional Support, Financial Integration, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Demand Consensus

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: · Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of . · A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. · A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. EMEA Demand Manager This position works out of our UAE location in the Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Division About Abbott Rapid Diagnostics Division We are the world leader in Rapid Diagnostics at the point of care. Working with us, you'll tackle a wide array of problems including some of the world's greatest healthcare challenges, while experiencing a myriad of cultures, geographies, and technologies. EMEA Reporting Tracking of EMEA KPI’s Tracking and reporting on S&OP actions Creating monthly commercial review PowerPoints Support in business reviews and adhoc analysis Cross functional support on Commercial Execution projects on a adhoc basis Demand forecast creation and tracking Develop country/regional sales forecast by SKU (rolling 12 then 24 months) leveraging simulation / modelling tools Forecast Accuracy & Obsolescence KPI measures Include and/or develop demand for Product Lifecycle management (NPI, phase outs). Link point with hand off of new product forecasting to region / countries Key interface point with demand generation managers in country and sales /marketing Working with country demand generation managers to turn demand plan into sales execution plan Considerations into demand development Updated assumption drivers (new SKU, discontinuations, supply constraints, marketing assumptions) Ensure regional volume and financial forecast integration. Key link point with region finance to ensure financial integration / one set of numbers, ensuring alignment to Financial LBEs and ensuring one set of numbers Seasonal Demand Trending - Statistical projections/analysis + Facilitation Monitor country/regional demographics, epidemiology, KOLs, and other sources of information to inform demand planning Seasonal/Trend/Cycle Forecast - Reviews statistical trending and introduces intelligence on latest market/product specific data. Rolling statistical forecast created/updated from the field input, 100% of SKUs (12 then 24 months) Monitoring country and regional demographics, epidemiology, KOLs, and other sources of information for proper demand development. Demand Process Leadership Lead and prepare the regional then BU Demand Consensus and S&OP Review Meeting - align to a one number forecast, identify elevations, gaps and plans. Issue the S&OP Country/Regional Demand Review Packs. Tracking of gap closing action items vs financial goal and expansion benchmarks. Creating a knowledge library of actions / gap closing activities that drive sales lifts Develop and implement inter-company planning process improvements as needed Oversee the forecasting process - actions, tasks, reports, rollup Demand Scenario (high/low/opportunity/risk) options sent to Supply for response Demand management KPIs reviewed (Forecast accuracy, bias) - root cause identified and mitigated for out of tolerance. Consolidate Regional Forecast File and upload into relevant repositories Commercial Backward looking MBR including forecast accuracy and bias tracking and improvement Order catalogue management with some focus on SKU Rationalization opportunities. Role in standardization and sharing of best practices across regions and global community of practice reporting to the Global Demand Manager Education role for country personnel who build out forecasts and broader demand management principles Document and build baseline of “levers” and documented assumption-based forecasting Leading the discussions on” what has changed” versus prior month, and assessing any changes in assumptions Build out reward program for individuals / countries Develop and lead formal change management plan to build a sustainable process Goals and Objectives Ensure that the BU utilizes and has access to one set of sales and revenue forecasts (forecasted sales, financial revenue conversion, LBE and supply/replenishment signal) Contribute to Region BU strategy and business planning Track and improve forecast accuracy by SKU by location Track and improve forecast bias Required Qualifications •Relevant experience in the region preferably from medical devices/ Diagnostics industry • Able to navigate in a cross functional environment • Ability to anticipate risks and develop mitigation plan • Solution oriented, organized with good attention to details • Excellent communication skills Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Supply Chain DIVISION: ID Infectious Disease LOCATION: United Arab Emirates > Dubai : Ubora Tower2 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter

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Responsibilities

The EMEA Demand Manager is responsible for tracking and reporting on EMEA KPIs, creating demand forecasts by SKU (12 and 24 months rolling), and managing forecast accuracy and obsolescence metrics. This role also involves leading the regional Demand Consensus and S&OP Review Meetings to align on a single forecast number and tracking gap-closing actions.