Job Description

Job Title - Global Planning Insights ManagerCareer Level - ELocation: Chennai, IndiaIntroduction to role:Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of pharmaceuticals? We are seeking a Global Planning Insights Manager to craft, deliver, and govern KPIs, directly linked processes, and tools under Global Supply Chain and Strategy ownership (GSC&S). This role is pivotal in supporting GSC&S and site/region collaborators in making informed decisions and fulfilling critical metric targets.Accountabilities:As a Global Planning Insights Manager, you will be responsible for citizen development, training, and rollout of new critical metrics and supporting tools. You will own the business definition of critical metrics, directly linked processes, and their supporting tools, ensuring alignment with AZ scorecard & strategic objectives. You will ensure that owned critical metrics & tools are refreshed & published in a timely and accurate manner. You will also use owned critical metrics & tools for in-depth analysis of performance, generating actionable insight for Network Planning and/or Ops site/region collaborators."Candidates should be willing to work in European time zone"Essential Skills/Experience:

• BSc degree or equivalent in Business, Logistics, Sciences or Engineering
• Extensive experience of supply chain environment, and supply/demand planning
• Excellent data analysis skills
• Partner management and influencing skills
• Experience using Power BI or similar business intelligence platforms
• Proficient in English, written and verbal
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong background in advanced planning systems, forecasting systems

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Masters degree or equivalent in Business, Logistics, Sciences or Engineering
• Experience working closely with AZ sites / PETs, AZ Marketing Companies, Ops IT and GSC&S D&A
• Sophisticated supply chain theory knowledge
• Training skills
• Proven knowledge of Lean principles
• Proficiency in OMP
• Project management experience

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn\'t mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.Why AstraZeneca?At AstraZeneca's Operations division, we are committed to getting more medicines to patients quickly, affordably and sustainably. We leverage technology to deliver internally and externally, transforming our ways of working. Here, data is used to improve our processes and deliver better for people in need. A diverse, multigenerational workforce, we are united by our curiosity. We share learnings and scale fast. Be part of our purpose: delivering life-changing medicines.Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join us in our mission to create a better future for patients worldwide!Date Posted 18-Jun-2024Closing DateAstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

AstraZeneca