Sales and Operations Planner

Sales and Operations Planner

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com .

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Location and Working Environment

• This position follows our hybrid working model.
• The role requires a blend of home and minimum 2 - 3 days per week in our Leiden office.  Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.

Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

Purpose & Scope

• As the Demand Manager you are  responsible for creating complete and accurate demand plans that serve as the basis for all supply and inventory planning processes, including MTP, S&OP, and Supply Operations. This role covers all products within an assigned cluster of markets—either affiliates or license business—and acts as the key link between local and commercial organizations. While coordinating closely with these stakeholders, the Demand Manager ensures that management remains accountable for the final Demand Plan used across all Supply Chain Planning activities.
• You will drive adherence to global standards for Astellas Demand & Supply processes within the assigned community. In addition, the role supports and initiates improvement projects aimed at enhancing both the efficiency and the effectiveness of these processes.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders such as marketing, brand teams, PPM, and local organizations to ensure timely, complete, and accurate demand plans in IBP, including compassionate use, clinical, and sampling programs where applicable.
• Own the Demand Plan and leads the demand planning process with commercial partners, ensuring alignment and validation with commercial leadership.
• Analyse demand trends and events—such as pricing or reimbursement changes, parallel trade, regulatory shifts, LOE, NPI, and tenders—and incorporate them into planning systems while driving scenario discussions and contingency decisions.
• Compare the Demand Plan with other demand sources (budget, commercial forecasts, in‑market consumption data) to identify risks and opportunities for optimization.
• Support stable supply by providing demand insights, monitoring actual sales versus plan, addressing inventory issues with country teams, and managing demand to minimize patient impact.
• Drive process efficiency through statistical forecasting, collaboration with analytics teams, continuous process improvement, and monitoring key performance indicators such as forecast accuracy, bias, and on‑time ordering.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, a life‑science field, a technical field, or equivalent.
• Proven knowledge of Supply Chain Planning and Operations Management.
• Basic understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, including relevant regulations (GxP) Good Practice.
• Proficiency in SAP IBP and MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams).

What awaits you at Astellas?

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organizational Values and Behaviors

• Impact
• Innovation
• Integrity
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus

Benefits

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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