S&OP Analyst

S&OP Analyst Location: Mexico City (Hybrid) At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an S&OP Analyst supporting the Supply Chain function, a team that manages inventory and supply chain analytics for Alcon's leading industry products to ensure products are delivered efficiently and effectively so that people can see brilliantly. The primary responsibility of an S&OP Analyst is to own and improve the demand planning inputs and cadence within the S&OP cycle consolidating cross‑functional inputs, analyzing trends and forecast performance, and turning that into clear, decision-ready insights and materials so the organization can align supply and demand over the planning horizon. In this role, a typical day will include: Own demand data inputs for the S&OP cycle; analyze trends, bias, and forecast accuracy to improve the baseline plan focusing on the 3-to-24-month horizon Analyze and communicate cycle-over-cycle changes to the demand plan (e.g., prior cycle vs. current), quantifying key drivers and downstream impacts Maintain and validate key planning master data (product hierarchy, customer/market mappings, calendars, assumptions) to ensure consistent, reliable demand planning outputs Partner with Commercial, Marketing, and Finance to review demand drivers, promotions, and key assumptions; document inputs and decisions for the S&OP cycle Generate new product launch forecasts by partnering cross-functionally to capture assumptions (timing, volumes, phase-in), model scenarios, and incorporate launch demand into the S&OP plan Enable product rationalization initiatives by analyzing item-level demand and inventory impacts, maintaining phase-out/transition plans, and updating the demand plan and assumptions accordingly Lead demand review discussions by developing insights, identifying risks/opportunities, and recommending actions to improve plan quality and cross‑functional alignment Partner with S&OE to communicate demand plan changes, review short-term exceptions, and align on priorities and execution impacts Monitor and report key planning KPIs (forecast accuracy, bias, demand volatility, and inventory health) and clearly communicate drivers, risks, and recommended actions Prepare clear executive-ready S&OP materials (assumptions, scenarios, decisions, and actions) and track follow-ups to closure Ensure adherence to GxP requirements by following SOPs, maintaining accurate documentation, and completing required training Maintain complete and compliant records to support audit readiness and regulatory expectations Drive continuous improvement by standardizing data, improving planning parameters, and enhancing tools/reporting to increase S&OP effectiveness WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON: Education: Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Administration, engineering or related.) Advanced level of English 3-5 years of experience in planning role or similar role Advanced level of Excel Experience using SAP/ SAP IBP/ OBP Experience using reporting tools HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON: Opportunity to join a growing, early-stage organization built within a mature, stable global company. Friendly working environment and a diverse and highly motivated team Individual career development plan and possible career growth within a newly created account Truly international environment and daily interactions with colleagues and stakeholders from all over the world Attractive benefits & compensation package Flexible hours and remote work possibilities (min 3 days per week office-based) KINDLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME IN ENGLISH Alcon Careers See your impact at alcon.com/careers Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 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 takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 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