Supply Network Planner

UCB•Atlanta, GA

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Supply Network Planner to join our Global Supply Chain team, based at our UCB offices in Atlanta, Georgia. This hybrid position (40% onsite presence) requires up to 20% domestic/international travel. About the role You will manage the Master Planning of UCB's external manufacturing sites for finished goods, ensuring product availability and driving performance. You will plan production volumes based on market information, considering capacities and planning needs over a 2 to 3-year horizon.

Requirements

Master's degree in engineering, supply chain management or a related field is required.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in planning.
Fluent in English, French is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP or similar planning tools is a plus.
APICS certification is a plus.
Ability to view with depth and breadth is a plus.
Team player mentality is a plus.

Responsibilities

Build and deliver feasible MPS plans using OMP+ and SAP.
Ensure production plans align with customer requirements, stock policies, and Asset/Brand leads plans.
Manage Distribution Replenishment Planning and collaborate with Global Distribution & Logistics.
Conduct capacity reconciliation assessments and scenario planning for short/mid-term events.
Manage supply risks and coordinate with production and schedulers for restamps, reworks, and validations.
Monitor and analyze weekly supply performance KPIs.
Lead root cause analysis and performance management discussions.
Participate in capacity planning and extension projects.
Lead resolution of escalated supply issues and update stakeholders on impacts and resolutions.
Drive process and system improvements in collaboration with the Supply Chain Center of Excellence.
Support innovation and digitalization initiatives.
Build and maintain relationships with supply chain representatives of production sites.
Ensure accurate and timely master data and artwork readiness for new product launches and lifecycle management.