Novartis Posted October 15, 2026

Sr. Supply & Demand Planner

Seoul, South Korea FULL_TIME
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About this opportunity

- Manage Supply Chain Management.- Provide appropriate Demand Forecast and Inventory analysis to support business growth- Responsible for developing, maintaining, and providing SCM process compliance- Internal control and implement system for effective SCM operation Responsible overall

Major accountabilities:Lead the Sales & Business Planning (S&BP) process, including demand forecasting, inventory planning, and business outlook reviews.Drive forecasting accuracy through lifecycle management activities such as product launches, divestments, pricing changes, reimbursement updates, and market dynamics assessment.Develop and execute demand and supply planning strategies to ensure product availability and business continuity.Monitor inventory performance, optimize stock levels, and proactively identify and mitigate supply risks, stock shortages, and obsolescence.Collaborate with global, regional, and local stakeholders to ensure reliable supply and effective lifecycle management.Manage material master data, planning parameters, and inventory records to support operational excellence.Oversee import, customs clearance, and trade compliance activities to ensure timely and compliant product distribution.Track and improve Supply Chain KPIs, including forecast accuracy, inventory levels, launch readiness, and write-off performance.Lead continuous improvement initiatives and supply chain projects to enhance processes, efficiency, and service levels.Partner with cross-functional teams and external partners to support business objectives and regional supply chain strategies. Minimum Requirements: Education:Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, international trade, industrial engineering, or related fieldCPIM qualification preferredFunctional Experience:At least 5~7 years’ experience in supply chain managementProfessional skills in supply & demand planning, Customs, and Import procedureS&OP experience is preferredCommunication within the organization and across Global/Regional Supply ChainGood working knowledge of SAP and MS OfficeExcellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Presentation, etc)Process oriented and data driven decision makingGood negotiation and communication skillsStructured and well organized with analytical skillsResult oriented, willingness to change, innovative and proactive Preferred Experience:Experience in Supply Chain in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare industryProject management (Material Master, Process improvement, etc)Good knowledge and experience of SAP Languages:EnglishKorean

Job details

Seniority
Senior
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Seoul, South Korea
Employment type
FULL_TIME

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 676 comparable Senior Manufacturing & CMC roles across 84 biopharma companies.

676Comparable roles tracked
611Currently active
84Companies hiring similar roles
36Countries represented

Salary context

263 of 676 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

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Lowest disclosed · Senior Technician Calibration - Maintenance · Mylan Technologies, Inc. $37,000/yr – $80,000/yr
Highest disclosed · Principal Scientist, Oral Formulation Sciences · Merck $173,200/yr – $272,600/yr
Peer group range $58,500 – $222,900 (median $151,700)

Where these roles are based

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United States451
India35
Ireland28
Netherlands24
United Kingdom15
Switzerland11

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Seniority mix

676 of 676 peers have a known seniority level

Senior428
Principal134
Associate Director114

Therapeutic area mix

6 of 676 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Vaccines & Infectious Disease3
Oncology2
Dermatology & Aesthetics1

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