(Senior) Manager - Supply Chain Planning & Management - Pharma and Chemical Industry | Biologe (m/w/d)
valantic Supply Chain & Procurement Consulting GmbH
Job Summary
This consulting role seeks an experienced (Senior) Manager to drive Supply Chain Planning and Management projects within the dynamic Pharmaceutical and Chemical sectors. Day-to-day responsibilities involve leading complex consulting engagements, acting as the primary client contact for major industry players, and managing high-level negotiations and steering committees. You will be responsible for analyzing current processes and developing tailored strategies for efficiency, resilience, and optimization across the value chain, from raw material procurement to distribution. A crucial element involves advising clients on modern planning tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Anaplan) and overseeing their implementation. Key qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant field (MINT, Economics, Chemistry), several years of specialized experience in SCM or consulting within the target industries, and proven project and team leadership skills. This position offers significant scope for strategic influence and the opportunity to shape the future of industrial supply chains within a growing, innovation-focused consulting environment.
Required Skills
Education
Master's or Diploma degree in Economics, Chemistry, Pharmacy, a MINT subject (Mathematics, Informatics, Natural Sciences, Technology), or a comparable field of study.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in the Pharmaceutical or Chemical industry or in consulting focused on Supply Chain Planning, Procurement, S&OP, Production Planning, or Logistics optimization
- Experience in Project Management
- Experience in leading teams or sub-projects
- Solid understanding of industrial processes in chemical or pharmaceutical production
Languages
Additional
- Role designated for experienced professionals. Mobile working model with client focus in the Düsseldorf area.