Director of Supply Chain Planning & Development

Oriola Corporation is a Finnish health and wellbeing company operating in the Nordic region, primarily in Finland and Sweden.

Headquartered in Espoo, Oriola plays a central role in the pharmaceutical supply chain by connecting pharmaceutical companies, pharmacies, hospitals, and consumers. The company specializes in pharmaceutical distribution, logistics, wholesale, and expert services that ensure safe and efficient access to medicines and healthcare products.

Oriola is well on its way to becoming a leading player in advanced pharmaceutical distribution and a trusted advisor to pharmaceutical companies throughout the entire product lifecycle. With deep expertise in Nordic healthcare markets and pharmaceutical regulation, Oriola combines modern digital solutions with a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and patient safety.

By supporting healthcare professionals and patients alike, Oriola contributes to a healthier society – ensuring that essential medicines reach the right people at the right time. Read more about us on oriola.com.

Director, Supply Chain Planning & Development at Oriola – Flexible within Sweden or the Nordic region

Are you a strategic leader passionate about planning excellence, transformation, and team development? We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Director, Supply Chain Planning & Development, to lead the evolution of our integrated planning processes and drive lasting impact across our global supply chain. As Director of Supply Chain Planning and Development, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving planning processes across all company sites. Your work will ensure efficient operations, improved forecasting accuracy, and effective decision-making based on data and performance metrics. This is a key leadership role where you’ll lead high-impact transformation projects, build scalable and standardized supply chain practices, and nurture a culture of continuous improvement.

You will work cross-functionally with key stakeholders in operations, procurement, finance, and commercial teams to ensure alignment and deliver on our strategic objectives. Success in this role means leading change, building capability, and inspiring excellence throughout the organization.
Location: Espoo, Stockholm or Mölnlycke.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of integrated planning processes (forecasting, supply, inventory, and capacity)
Drive process standardization and improvement to support scalability and performance
Own forecasting accuracy and performance management through data-driven insights.
Deliver transformation projects on time, within scope and budget
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing supply chain planning team
Enable strategic business decisions through planning tools, systems, and reporting
Promote cross-functional alignment to drive operational excellence

Your Profile

Proven leadership in end-to-end supply chain planning across multiple sites or regions
Strong track record in improving and standardizing planning processes for scale and efficiency
Experienced in driving S&OP processes and managing key performance indicators
Skilled in delivering complex, cross-functional transformation initiatives
Passionate about building and developing high-performing, growth-oriented teams
Excellent communicator and collaborator, capable of aligning diverse stakeholders
Fluent in English (written and spoken); other Nordic languages are a plus

Requirements

Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
Extensive leadership experience in supply chain planning, operations, or transformation
Hands-on experience with ERP and planning tools (e.g., SAP, IFS, IBP, Power BI)
Demonstrated success in leading multi-site teams in dynamic environments

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our supply chain. You’ll become part of a collaborative and innovative organization that prioritizes excellence, transparency, and the development of its people. If you’re ready to drive transformative change and make a real business impact, this is the role for you.