Product Lifecycle Specialist MIDI (Temporary)

WHO ARE WE?

ROPU MIDI is a Regional Operating Unit that covers all local Human Pharma and Animal Health Operating Units across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Greece, Portugal, Sweden, and The Netherlands. MIDI has a multicultural and diverse work environment. More than 1.800 employees are striving to work together to improve lives for patients and animals in our region.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you ready to make your next step in your career within Supply Chain Management? Excited to be part of a global pharmaceutical company? Join our enthusiastic and international team as the new Product Lifecycle Specialist!

In this dynamic role, you will manage the entire SKU life cycle, from launch to change to withdrawal, using our cutting-edge systems. This will bring you the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams from different countries, on the launches for our new products to introduce in the market. 

In addition, you will play a vital role in ensuring artworks are available on time for launches and transfers, and efficiently handle logistical changes to avoid unnecessary costs. Over a time-horizon of 1-18 months, you will contribute to smooth and cost-effective product transitions. 

If you are organized, solution-focused, and eager to make life better for millions, Boehringer Ingelheim is the place for you!

This position is based in Amsterdam and reports directly to the Head of Product Lifecycle Management MIDI.

Please note that this is a temporary position (1-year duration).

HOW YOU’LL FIT IN:

• Coordinates and supports by collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Marketing, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Finance) throughout the entire product lifecycle, including launch, change, transfer and withdrawal processes.


• Ensure the initiation of all system workflows and continuously monitor them until completion to guarantee timely implementation throughout the product lifecycle.


• Coordinate efficient logistical implementation of changes by planning of all product and printed packaging material changes in close alignment with MIDI and OPU regulatory functions


• Assess possibilities to bundle changes to ensure an efficient change implementation and to avoid destruction/re-packaging costs.

YOU BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics, preferably with specialization in supply chain management (SCM).


• At least 2 to 3 years of working experience in Regulatory Affairs (RA) or SCM, preferably in demand and/or replenishment planning, commercial SCM or packaging/artwork management within Pharmaceutical, OTC or FMCG industries.


• Extensive know-how in SAP and artwork management tools/workflows.


• Excellent command of the English language.


• Excellent communication skills across functions and persistence.


• Excellent analytical capabilities to interpret information and reports.


• Proactive, structured working style with attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN?

Next to working in a Global Top Employer certified company that offers you the opportunity to develop and challenge yourself while learning from a fast-paced environment: 

• Be part of a wellbeing-oriented organization (Premium access to Headspace and ongoing support and initiatives related to ways of working to help our employees to stay healthy and constantly improve the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being) 

• A competitive salary range based on seniority and skills and 31 vacation days to re-energize 

• Customized Development plan based on your role and aspirations, with several learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning Premium (languages + training programs) and our Virtual Campus Lifelong learning at our Virtual Campus | Boehringer Ingelheim (boehringer-ingelheim.com) 

• Green mobility package where you get compensated even for cycling to the office – which is an inspiring, sustainable (platinum-certified) building  

• Hybrid workplace model – flexibility to work from home within the respective country and our sustainable (platinum-certified) office  

• An international team that enjoys fun activities and celebrations (e.g., Team events, Christmas Party) and values a respectful working atmosphere! 

 Please note that pay information will be shared during the recruitment process.

What’s next? 

Please submit your application before 30th June 2026. We will have a look at your CV and cover letter. If we see a match, we will invite you for a video call interview to get to know each other. We will keep you posted during the process!

Screening:

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