Overview of role:
The Supply Planner at Alvotech is responsible for developing and executing supply plans (3–24 months) to ensure reliable product availability while optimizing inventory, capacity, and overall supply chain performance.
This role translates demand forecasts into actionable production plans within a complex biologics environment, balancing service levels, efficiency, and cost. Acting as a central point of coordination, the Supply Planner collaborates cross-functionally to maintain a responsive and resilient end-to-end supply network.
Key Responsibilities:
Supply Planning & Execution
- Develop and maintain mid- to long-term supply plans (3–24 months) aligned with demand forecasts
- Translate demand plans into feasible production and supply strategies
- Optimize inventory levels across the supply network (API, drug product, and finished goods)
- Identify and resolve supply-demand imbalances and capacity constraints
Production & Capacity Coordination
- Coordinate with manufacturing sites to align production schedules with supply plans
- Maximize capacity utilization to meet demand requirements
- Support scenario planning and perform “what-if” analyses in constrained environments
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Demand Planning to align on forecast assumptions and changes
- Collaborate with Procurement to ensure availability of critical materials
- Work closely with Quality and Regulatory teams to integrate compliance requirements into plans
- Engage with external partners such as CMOs/CDMOs as required
S&OP / IBP Process Support
- Contribute to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes
- Prepare supply planning inputs, risk assessments, and scenarios for decision-making
- Proactively identify supply risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor KPIs such as service level, inventory turns, backorders, and plan adherence
- Analyze root causes of supply disruptions and implement corrective actions
- Support implementation and enhancement of planning systems (e.g., SAP IBP, SAP S/4HANA)
- Drive process standardization and improve data accuracy
Qualifications:
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
- Languages: Proficient in English
- 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management (Supply planning, Production planning, or Supply Chain operations)
- Strong analytical skills and data literacy
- Strong leadership, project management and communication skills
- Strong drive for results and strong team player
- Solid understanding of supply KPIs and financial aspects
- Ability to bridge between scientific-, technical- and business-oriented stakeholders for effective international collaboration
Systems & Software: - Advanced Excel skills; experience with data analytics tools is a plus
- Strong knowledge of ERP and planning systems e.g. SAP S4 and SAP IBP preferred
- Experience in pharmaceuticals, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
What we offer:
- An inspiring challenge to work with great co-workers on ambitious projects that change people's lives.
- The chance to be a part of a global and fast-growing company.
- An international work culture that encourages diversity, collaboration and inclusion.
- Positive, flexible, and innovative work environment.
- Support for personal growth and internal career development.
- Company social events and milestone celebrations.
- Excellent in-house canteen and coffee house.
- Exercise and wellbeing support for full-time employees.
- On-site shower facility.
- Transportation grant towards eco-friendly modes of travel for full-time employees.
- Internet at home for full-time employees.
Why Alvotech :
At Alvotech, we are passionate about improving lives by increasing access to affordable biologics. We’re purpose-driven and committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment that encourages curiosity, ingenuity and simplicity. We want our employees to feel inspired in their careers, challenged by interesting and meaningful work and empowered to succeed in an agile environment.
True to our Icelandic roots, we also believe that integrity, gender equality, and fairness are foundational. We strive to bring together the brightest minds regardless of backgrounds and beliefs, to deliver to our partners and patients around the world. Let’s create a healthier world together, through affordable biologic medicines.
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