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Project Manager, Global Demand and S&OP Capability Lead - R&D Partners Register now • Project Manager, Global Demand and S&OP Capability Lead This job is now closed. Project Manager, Global Demand and S&OP Capability Lead Reference: BBBH28448 Date posted: 11/02/2026 Job details Specialism Commercial Expertise Marketing Uxbridge, London, England Job type Contract Register your interest If you can’t find your ideal role with us right now, we’d still love to hear from you! Send us your CV and we’ll contact you if a suitable role becomes available. Register interest Description Lead the future of global supply chain excellence by driving S&OP innovation, capability building, and transformational project delivery. R&D Partners is seeking a Project Manager, Global Demand and S&OP Capability Lead to support the deployment of capabilities and continuous improvement efforts within the Global Supply Chain (GSC) of a leading pharmaceutical company. This role will focus on delivering strategic goals through program and project leadership, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and leveraging digital tools to enhance processes and data accuracy. Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location. Responsibilities: • Lead capability deployment across People, Process, Technology, and Data domains within the assigned scope. • Drive system adoption, support configuration, user acceptance testing (UAT), and analytics integration at the hub level. • Implement governance practices locally, ensuring process compliance and feedback loops. • Develop training playbooks, run readiness sessions, and ensure local talent development. • Gather frontline feedback, test usability, and improve processes based on user experience. • Track and report operational KPIs aligned with global definitions. • Champion change execution, manage stakeholder resistance, and drive adoption. • Manage relationships with key stakeholders within and outside GSC. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain robust governance and data integrity. Key Skills and Requirements: • Education: BS/BA in Supply Chain Management, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related disciplines. A Master’s or MBA is preferred. • Advanced certification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CSCP/CPIM) is highly desirable. • Operational excellence experience (Green/Black Belt or equivalent) preferred. Experience: • 8+ years in Supply Chain Management with diverse functional exposure. • Proven success in optimizing demand forecasting and planning within S&OP frameworks. • Experience leading cross-functional, high-performing project teams. • Proficient in deploying advanced planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis, AERA, OMP, Power BI, Tableau). • Familiarity with cGMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements. • Exposure to Biotech/Pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. • Strong communication, influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to deploy innovative ideas, navigate organizational dynamics, and lead complex problem-solving initiatives. • Lean/Six Sigma certification is a plus. For more information, please contact Mandi Cakwe. If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click ‘Apply’ or to speak to one of our specialists visit the ‘Contact Us’ page. R&D Partners is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. R&D Partners is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. By submitting this application, you confirm that you’ve read and understood our privacy policy, which informs you how we process and safeguard your data – https://www.r-dpartners.com/privacy-policy/ Register your interest If you can’t find your ideal role with us right now, we’d still love to hear from you! Send us your CV and we’ll contact you if a suitable role becomes available. Register interest Related jobs Discover our latest opportunities in life sciences and apply now. Admin Assistant Ready to take on a varied and rewarding role? 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