Senior Sales & Operations Planning Manager

Novo Nordisk

Senior S&OP Manager shaping supply chain strategies that reach millions of patients across the globe. Driving demand and supply planning to ensure uninterrupted patient access to life-saving treatments.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeZurich • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Aligning commercial and supply chain functions to create unified operational strategies that support business growth across diverse markets
Coordinating timely product launches in collaboration with commercial and supply teams and actively driving LCM discussions
Supporting regions and affiliates to develop bias-controlled demand forecasts that ensure product availability while optimizing inventory efficiency
Facilitating inventory levels strategically to prevent stockouts and overstocking, directly impacting patient access and operational costs
Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders including marketing, regulatory, finance, and global supply chain teams to achieve shared objectives
Implementing sustainable supply chain practices that reduce waste and carbon footprint while maintaining operational excellence
Analyzing market trends and patient needs to inform strategic decision-making and adapt quickly to changing conditions
Providing expert guidance to colleagues and representing S&OP in cross-departmental and external engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in supply chain, S&OP, or related fields
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field (master’s degree is preferred)
Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional collaboration, working effectively with commercial, regulatory, and supply chain teams to achieve shared goals
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret market trends, patient needs, and operational data to drive decision-making
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, enabling you to build relationships and influence outcomes across diverse teams and cultures
Independence and autonomy in managing complex tasks, with the confidence to make critical decisions and provide guidance to colleagues
Understanding of sustainable supply chain practices and a commitment to reducing environmental impact

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to learn and develop
Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

supply chain managementS&OPdemand forecastinginventory managementdata analysisstrategic decision-makingmarket trend analysisoperational efficiencysustainable supply chain practicesproduct launch coordination

Soft Skills

cross-functional collaborationstakeholder managementcommunication skillsanalytical thinkingstrategic thinkingrelationship buildinginfluence outcomesindependenceautonomyguidance provision

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain managementBachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degree (preferred)