EMEA Demand Planner

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

We are looking for a Demand Planner to lead our Regional Sales and Operations Planning process

What You'll Do:

• Lead monthly demand reviews with commercial teams. Conduct demand analysis, monitor sales history and report forecast changes and drivers. Ensure approved short-mid-term sales forecast is updated timely in demand planning system.
• Represent the Regional S&OP team in reviews with stakeholders, bringing insight and analysis to support improvement activities in areas such as sales, product management, inventory, and manufacturing.
• Establish regular performance reviews. Ensure rigorous process in place for the measurement, root cause analysis and continuous improvement of regional key performance indicators, such as Forecast Accuracy.
• Drive processes to ensure clear communication around supply & demand within the region. Analyze regional supply performance and work with stakeholders to manage supply disruptions.
• Support Product Leaders on Life Cycle Management. Review replenishment set ups and establish required follow ups. Make recommendations on stocking policies.
• Work with colleagues in S&OP team to help share best practice.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree. Minimum 5 years' experience Supply Chain / Demand Planning or related field.
• Knowledge Advanced Planning systems – Demantra, APO or other ERP systems.
• Very strong analytical skills, able to deal with large amount of data, in multiple formats and from different sources, consolidating all data and showing ability to identify and prioritize focus areas.
• Affinity to systems and use of computers/software. Good Excel and PowerPoint skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills, including multi-tasking and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, follow up and attention to details. Ability to prioritize and manage immediate customer needs.
• Ability to communicate at various organizational levels.
• Stakeholder management skills and experience in a geographically diverse, matrix organization.
• A team player, willing to go the extra mile.
• Available for some international travel based on specific ad-hoc business needs.

When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

If you've ever wondered what's within you, there's no better time to find out.