CPFR Specialist

Position: CPFR Specialist

• Location: Bogota, Colombia

About us

Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. 

We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet.

That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core.

Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands. 

This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers.

We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification.

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.

About the job

The CPFR Specialist will serve as a critical link between our company and our distributors, ensuring alignment of forecasts and inventory management. This role involves analysing sales data, developing accurate forecasts, and collaborating with various stakeholders to optimize the supply chain process.

In this role, you will be in charge working with the distributors of Central America, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Uruguay, and Paraguay. You will play a crucial role in the efficient implementation of the commercial and operational strategy in these markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecast Alignment: Collaborate with distributors to align sales forecasts, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

• Data Analysis: Analyse sales data, market trends, and inventory levels to develop accurate demand forecasts.

• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (sales, marketing, supply chain) and external partners to ensure seamless communication and coordination.

• Reporting: Generate and present regular reports on forecast accuracy, inventory levels, and supply chain performance.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in forecasting and inventory management.

• Issue Resolution: Address and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to forecasts and inventory alignment.

About You

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Technical Skills

• Relevant experience with Kinaxis and ERP systems.

• Power BI and analytics tools.

• Microsoft Office

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Languages:

• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

• Play an instrumental part in creating best practice within our manufacturing facility.

• Our Waterford site is easily accessible from the M9 and offers excellent facilities including a subsidized restaurant and newly refurbished gym.

PursueProgress. Discover Extraordinary.

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

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