ERP Process Director – Planning

** PLEASE NOTE: This role is a Secondment / FTC – Until the End of December 2027 **
 

Business Introduction

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance.
Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.
We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Position Summary

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced ERP Process Director to lead the design, integration, and deployment of Planning processes within GSK’s ERP Evolution Programme, ensuring seamless implementation of the global S4/Hana template and integration with planning systems such as OMP and APO. The role covers key responsibilities, including the management of Write-Off processes, Variation Planning, and Contract Manufacturing Organisation (CMO) integration.

The Director is accountable for executing, deploying, and operationalising the GPO‑owned planning templates within the ERP Evolution programme, driving organisational standardisation, process harmonisation, and successful adoption across GSK’s Pharmaceutical (Rx) and Vaccine (Vx) supply chains while leading a team of 3+ Process Managers and collaborating with key stakeholders at a global level.

Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Deployment:

• Lead the delivery and deployment of planning processes within the ERP Evolution Programme, ensuring:

• Seamless integration of S4/Hana with planning systems such as OMP and APO.

• Effective design and implementation of the Write-Off process for Rx and Vx supply chains.

• Successful development and rollout of Variation Planning for Rx and Vx.

• Unified design and implementation of CMO integration into S4, promoting global harmonisation.

2. Alignment with Global Process Owners (GPOs):

• The Global Process Owners (GPOs) are the owners and governors of the global process template, standards, and end‑state process design.

• The Logistics Process Director will act as a key partner and collaborate closely with the relevant Global Process Owners (GPOs) (Supply Planning, IBP, PLM, CMO etc) to ensure GSK’s strategic direction and the ERP Evolution programme remain closely aligned.

• The role will drive fidelity to the approved global planning process template, adherence to global standards and process governance, and controlled management of deviations, localisation, and design decisions.

3. Data Governance & Integration:

• Drive data migration, validation, and cleansing activities specific to Planning processes, ensuring accurate master and transactional data across systems.

• Support data alignment between S4/Hana, OMP, and other planning tools.

4. Testing & Validation:

• Define critical business scenarios for Planning-related testing activities.

• Manage the validation of planning processes to ensure alignment with programme objectives before final deployment.

5. Process Documentation & Training:

• Create and maintain comprehensive business process documentation (e.g., GSOPs) for Planning functions.

• Lead the development of training materials and oversee rollout methodology adjustments to enable smooth organisational adoption.

6. Stakeholder and Change Management:

• Manage stakeholder engagement across GSC locations, sites, local operating companies (LOCs), and central Supply Chain, including the Supply Chain Transformation (SCT) programme. Support change and engagement initiatives to drive successful adoption of the global template for S4/Hana.

7. Risk Management & Efficiency Realisation:

• Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks in planning processes to resolve issues promptly.

• Drive realisation of programme benefits and operational efficiencies through process standardisation and harmonisation.

Qualifications/Skills

Basic Qualifications:

• Extensive years in Planning, with expertise in process ownership, supply chain design, and operational excellence within a global or matrixed organisation.

• Technical Mastery: Demonstrated experience with planning systems (e.g., OMP, APO) and ERP platforms (preferably S4/Hana).

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional and complex programmes, manage 3+ direct reports, and influence senior stakeholders globally.

• Change Management: Strong skills in managing organisational change and collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

• Documentation & Training: Expertise in developing clear global process standards and training frameworks aligned with programme objectives.

• Data-Driven Approach: Skilled in data governance, validation, and harmonisation methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline or formal project / programme management certification.

• Deep knowledge of production planning, manufacturing execution systems and industrial IT integration.

• Experience supporting multi-site global roll-outs across several geographies.

• Strong coaching and people development skills with experience building capability in others.

• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and make pragmatic decisions in fast-moving programmes.

• Experience integrating smart manufacturing, automation or digital solutions with production processes.

Work Location:

This role is based in the United Kingdom (GSK HQ, London ) or Wavre, Belgium and offers a hybrid working model, combining on-site and remote work.

Closing Date for Applications: 12th May 2026

Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

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Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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