Sr. Associate, Supply Chain Planning

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us? This role is part of Alcon's Supply Chain function, a team that manages the logistics, inventory management, and supply chain analytics for Alcon's industry leading products to ensure products are delivered efficiently and effectively so that people can see brilliantly. The Sr. Associate, Supply Chain Planning (Professional Path), is primarily responsible for optimizing supply chain outcomes through specialized tasks and independent research. You will gather demand information, analyze trends, adjust production schedules, manage inventory, and coordinate with procurement for timely materials. Responsible for aligning sales forecasts with production capacities, inventory levels, and distribution strategies to optimize business performance. Responsible for planning, controlling, and managing finished goods inventory to meet production and customer requirements. Responsible for analyzing historical data and market trends to predict product or service demand and optimize resource allocation Specifics Include: Gather global and regional demand information, analyze trends, and adjust production schedules. Manage inventory levels across distribution centers and markets to meet demand while minimizing excess. Coordinate with global and regional procurement for timely material availability and secure materials while maintaining international supplier relationships. Align with global production and capacity planning schedules. Make decisions within the scope of assigned tasks using advanced knowledge and analytical skills. Handle more complex and senior-level tasks compared to Sr. Associate II with exposure to global planning complexity. Adhere to Good Practice (GxP) regulations by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring quality control, and completing required training in a regulated global environment. Meet individual job requirements and contribute to global organizational compliance. Commit to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance across all supported regions. What you will bring to Alcon Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs) The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English 2 Years of Relevant Experience Preferred: Demonstrated experience aligning demand forecasts with production capacity and inventory strategies in a global or regional environment Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret historical data, identify trends, and translate analysis into actionable plans Hands-on experience managing finished goods inventory across multiple distribution centers or markets Experience working cross functionally with manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and commercial teams Working knowledge of ERP and planning systems such as SAP, IBP, or similar planning tools Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, data analysis, and scenario modeling Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and make informed decisions within an assigned scope Experience working in a regulated environment with adherence to SOPs, documentation requirements, and compliance standards Experience supporting global planning activities or complex multi region supply chains Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate analyses and recommendations Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide. If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker Apply tot his job Apply To this Job