Hybrid Demand Manager Third Party Customers (Aachen, Germany) bei Grünenthal

Job Grade: GER11/12 

Hiring Manager: Ilaria Gozzelino 

Internal Posting Date:  30/07/2025 

​Professional  |  Permanent  |  Full-/ Part-time  |  Hybrid​

Our people in Manufacturing & Global Operations share two priorities: getting things done and making things better. If you’re a dynamic person with a positive mindset, you’ll fit in well here. It’s an international team with a powerful spirit of collaboration. Together, we make sure our products meet the highest standards of quality by constantly searching for ways to improve at every stage of our value chain – from the raw materials we buy through to the logistics network that brings our medicines to patients. Join our team and help us make an even bigger contribution to Grünenthal’s future.

What the job looks like
Each day you’ll enjoy a variety of challenges, such as:

• Develop and implement demand planning strategies to boost forecast accuracy
• Create statistical forecasts using market intelligence and customer data
• Act as the main contact for supply chain topics across internal and external stakeholders
• Manage product livecycle planning, including new launches and phase-outs
• Maintain and optimize demand planning master data
• Lead monthly demand reviews and support global planning processes
• Identify risks and opportunities through scenario planning and data analysis
• Drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes and collaboration

What you’ll bring to the table
To make the most of this role and truly thrive, you should have:

• University degree (Master preferred) in Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience in Supply Chain/Logistics
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, ideally in pharma or FMCG
• Strong knowledge of demand planning tools, SAP SD/MM, and IBP processes
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in MS Excel; statistical forecasting know-how is a plus
• Fluent in English; another European language is a plus
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence across all levels
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and continuous process improvement
• Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive, solution-driven approach

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"Ignite Your Career as Our New Demand Manager!Ready to take center stage in shaping tomorrow’s supply chain? We’re searching for an ambitious Demand Manager to join our dynamic team and make waves in the world of forecasting and planning. In this pivotal role, you’ll be the architect of our demand planning processes, collaborating with talented colleagues from across the business to unlock new levels of efficiency and excellence. Seize the opportunity to lead, inspire, and shape the future. Apply today and be the force behind our next big leap! " Ilaria Gozzelino, the Hiring Manager