Merz Aesthetics, a globally recognised leader in aesthetic medicine with operations across 26 countries, is hiring a Supply Chain Planner at its EMEA headquarters in Frankfurt am Main. This role manages supply chain activities across multiple product brands, drives Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), supports new product introductions, and uses tools including SAP, Business Warehouse, and ANAPLAN to ensure timely, efficient delivery across the supply network.
About Merz Aesthetics — Global Aesthetic Medicine Leader
Industry: Aesthetic Medicine — Independent, internationally active company
Global Presence: Over 3,000 employees across 26 countries worldwide
EMEA HQ: Frankfurt am Main, Germany — regional hub for Europe, Middle East & Africa
Global HQ: Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
Recognition: Awarded Top Employer and Great Place to Work certifications in EMEA
Why Join Merz Aesthetics Supply Chain Team?
Global Exposure: Collaborate with colleagues from across 26 countries worldwide
Innovative Environment: Work with SAP, ANAPLAN, and Business Warehouse tools at EMEA HQ
Career Growth: Ongoing training, development discussions, and specialist courses
Work-Life Harmony: Flexible working, mobile working, and generous annual leave
Position Overview
The Supply Chain Planner at Merz Aesthetics Frankfurt is responsible for managing supply chain activities across different brands within the product portfolio. You will determine required supply by month, material, and customer; participate in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process; support strategic supply network decisions; drive continuous improvement initiatives; and maintain master data in SAP, Business Warehouse, and ANAPLAN. This is an initial 24-month contract role based at the EMEA headquarters in Frankfurt am Main.
Why This Role Matters: As a Supply Chain Planner at Merz Aesthetics EMEA HQ, you directly support the availability of premium aesthetic medicine products across 26 countries. Your planning expertise ensures timely delivery, optimizes inventory across the supply chain, drives new product introduction (NPI), and contributes to continuous improvement across the entire supply network — all from the heart of Frankfurt.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Planning & Management
- Manage supply chain activities across different brands within the Merz Aesthetics product portfolio
- Determine required supply by month, material, and customer to ensure timely and efficient delivery
- Drive inventory management through the various stages of the supply chain
- Maintain close coordination with production sites to align supply with demand requirements
Sales & Operations Planning
- Participate actively in the S&OP process to provide a tactical outlook based on relevant KPIs
- Support strategic decision-making regarding future supply network planning and optimization
- Proactively support all supply chain activities required for new product introduction (NPI)
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cycle times, planning procedures, and customer satisfaction
Master Data & Systems Management
- Continuously maintain required master data in tools such as SAP, Business Warehouse, and ANAPLAN
- Leverage SAP MM, PP, and SD modules to support planning and supply chain operations
- Use MS Office applications and business intelligence tools to support reporting and analysis
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all supply chain planning systems
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner effectively with all organizational levels to build trusted business relationships
- Collaborate with colleagues across 26 countries to align supply chain activities globally
- Coordinate with production sites, commercial teams, and logistics partners
- Support cross-functional teams in achieving continuous improvement goals
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent field
Experience Requirements
- Ideally 2+ years of experience in demand or supply planning, preferably in a multinational company
- Pharmaceutical or aesthetic medicine industry experience is a strong advantage
- First experience with SAP MM, PP, and SD modules is highly advantageous
Essential Skills
- Structured, solution-oriented working style with strong analytical skills
- High degree of customer and business orientation with a hands-on mentality
- Team-oriented personality with the ability to build trusted relationships at all organizational levels
- Fluency in English (verbal and written); German and French are an advantage
- Proficiency in MS Office applications including Excel for data analysis and reporting
What Merz Aesthetics Offers You
- Putting People First: Open work culture with flat hierarchies, short decision-making paths, and internal & external support systems
- Family & Work Balance: Company day care centers at locations; Top Employer and Great Place to Work certified in EMEA
- Work-Life Harmony: Flex-working time, mobile working, and generous annual leave arrangements
- Ongoing Training: Development discussions, management and specialist training, soft skills, e-learning, language courses, and coaching
- Global Collaboration: Work alongside colleagues from all around the globe across 26 countries
About Merz Aesthetics
Merz Aesthetics is an independent, internationally active company in the field of aesthetic medicine. With over 3,000 employees across 26 countries, the company is dedicated to its purpose: helping people look better, feel better, and live better. The EMEA headquarters is based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, while the global head office is in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. Merz Aesthetics has earned Top Employer and Great Place to Work certifications in the EMEA region, reflecting its outstanding HR policies and inclusive work culture.
Career Excellence: Join a globally respected aesthetic medicine company that invests in its people, fosters innovation, and delivers world-class products across 26 countries.
Who Should Apply?
- Supply Chain Graduates: With 2+ years of demand or supply planning experience in multinational environments
- Demand Planners: From pharmaceutical, FMCG, or healthcare sectors with SAP experience
- S&OP Specialists: Looking to join a globally recognised aesthetic medicine company at EMEA HQ
- Logistics & Operations Professionals: With analytical skills and experience in inventory management
- Pharma Supply Chain Experts: Seeking a high-impact role in an innovative, people-first company
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