Global Brand Planner (Rare Diseases)

TL;DR

Global Brand Planner (Rare Diseases): Drive end-to-end planning and performance of assigned rare disease brands, balancing revenue delivery with zero-tolerance for patient supply disruptions with an accent on translating demand into executable supply strategies. Focus on risk management, scenario planning, and prioritizing patient impact in decision-making.

Location: Open in Europe, with preference for Dublin and Italy. Robust relocation support available.

Company

International research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, headquartered in Parma, Italy.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain global supply plans aligned to commercial forecasts while safeguarding patient supply continuity.
• Translate demand signals into executable supply strategies ensuring uninterrupted patient access and revenue realization.
• Partner with Brand Managers on demand assumptions, launch readiness, growth scenarios, and prioritization under constraints.
• Identify and manage risks to patient supply and revenue, coordinating with Supply Execution, Manufacturing, and Logistics.
• Support scenario planning, IBP/S&OP processes, and KPI monitoring for service level, inventory, and revenue-at-risk.
• Collaborate with Demand Managers and Affiliates for alignment between patient needs and market demand.

Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in supply or demand planning.
• Fluent English.
• Experience in planning processes (IBP / S&OP).
• Exposure to global supply chains and CMO environments.
• Strong business and patient-centric mindset with analytical problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to have

• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry, with exposure to rare disease products.
• Experience working with Commercial / Brand teams.
• Familiarity with planning tools such as SAP IBP, OMP, Kinaxis.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements and remote work options.
• Tax assistance for foreign colleagues and robust relocation support.
• Access to resources and training for development in a dynamic, friendly environment.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, sustainability as a Benefit Corporation and B Corp.