We’re in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. We innovate every day to make the world a healthier place.
To fully realize Pfizer’s purpose – Breakthroughs that change patients’ lives – we have established a clear set of expectations regarding “what” we need to achieve for patients and “how” we will go about achieving those goals.
Pfizer Global Supply proudly shoulders the responsibility of manufacturing and distributing our wide-ranging pharmaceutical products.
Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues.
Undergraduate UK Market Demand Planner
Global Supply Chain (GSC)
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
Please note that we will only consider candidates who have applied by completing the Pfizer Placement Application Form. Candidates who do not complete and attach the application form will NOT be considered.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see below:
Department Overview
Pfizer Global Supply Chain (GSC), part of the Pfizer Global Supply organization (PGS), is a source of competitive advantage for Pfizer, driven by patient needs. Our purpose is to supply high quality breakthrough products to patients that significantly improve their lives.
What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
You will join the UK Demand and Replenishment team with assignments to plan and execute demand and supply strategies and tactics in partnership with commercial teams.
Accountable for demand forecasting, co-leading Sales & Operation Planning process, product change management, inventory planning, and supply assurance in partnership with the Above Market Planning Hub (AMP). The role requires effective management of issues and recovery plans with communication with key stakeholders.
Role Assignments
1. Generate demand forecasts for assigned product portfolio across multiyear horizon.
2. Support the local S&OP process with cross-functional team participation.
3. Partner with commercial and finance teams to analyze and highlight the major gaps between unit and financial forecasts.
4. Partner with Above Market Planning to ensure continuous supply and escalation of issues.
5. Manage and convey supply issues to local cross-functional teams.
6. Monitor performance against KPIs.
7. Review tender submissions and documentation in a timely manner.
A placement year in the UK Demand and Replenishment team provides excellent industrial experience and practical use of supply chain information systems and demand planning tools.
We encourage applications from students thinking about pursuing careers within Supply Chain and Logistics.
What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?
In this role, you will have the opportunity to network with colleagues across Europe virtually and develop your communication and project delivery skills. You will receive a competitive salary along with benefits, including 25.5 days annual leave.
When can I start?
Placements will start on 1st September 2025 and will run for 12 months.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Type of person we are looking for:
1. Completing placement as part of University Degree.
2. Teamwork: sharing information and supporting team members.
3. Fast learner: ease in apprehending new concepts.
4. Self-starter: able to self-direct with limited guidance.
5. Creative: ability to come up with novel ideas.
6. Digitally literate: comfortable with digital communication tools.
7. Good communicator: capable of interacting with stakeholders.
As a reminder…….
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University.
This position will close for applications on 16th February 2025.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK.
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