Global Supply Chain Planning Executive | E2E Planning | IBP | Transformation
📍 Belgium | +32 490 58 34 20 | bgning@yahoo.com
Executive Profile
20+ Years of Global Impact
Pharmaceutical, biotech, medtech and industrial environments — including prior Johnson & Johnson/Janssen experience.
Currently managing 45 direct-report Directors, aligning global cross-functional organizations across Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Quality.
Areas of Deep Expertise
Global and end-to-end planning, S&OP/IBP, demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, network optimization, process excellence and Supply Chain transformation.
Proven track record deploying advanced analytics, AI-enabled capabilities and enterprise planning systems in complex regulated environments — combining strategic leadership with hands-on planning depth.
Core Expertise
Planning & IBP
Global & E2E Planning, S&OP/IBP, Demand & Supply Planning, Scenario & Capacity Planning
Inventory & Networks
Inventory & Working Capital Optimization, Network Optimization, Planning Parameters, Product Launch & Technology Transfer
Analytics & AI
Advanced Analytics & AI, ERP/Planning Systems, Performance Management, Process Excellence
Transformation
Supply Chain Transformation, Operating-Model Redesign, Team & Capability Development
Selected Leadership & Business Impact
Global S&OP/IBP Improvement
Led implementation of Global Demand Review and S&OP/IBP improvement, strengthening integrated planning, scenario analysis and global decision-making.
Eight-Digit Euro Savings
Delivered a two-year inventory optimization programme generating eight-digit euro savings through optimization of planning parameters, lead/cycle times, EOQ and dynamic safety stocks.
AI & Digital Transformation
Led global Supply Chain digital and AI transformation from roadmap and use-case prioritization through validation, deployment, adoption and value realization across Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Quality.
More Key Achievements
E2E Visibility & Data Control
Built end-to-end Supply Chain visibility through advanced analytics, predictive capabilities and dynamic performance reporting, including implementation of a Data Control Center.
Portfolio Rationalization
Led product/SKU segmentation and rationalization, including ABC-XYZ segmentation and >15% portfolio reduction, reducing complexity and supporting planning and inventory performance.
Supply Chain Academy
Established a Supply Chain Academy and Operational Excellence Green Belt training to strengthen organizational capability and embed continuous improvement.
GSK Biologicals — Current Role
Head of Global Supply Chain Insight to Impact
Global Supply Chain leadership role spanning planning insight, performance, transformation, advanced analytics and AI-enabled decision support. Currently leads 45 direct-report Directors.
Drives global initiatives connecting Supply Chain priorities with Manufacturing and Quality, strengthening governance, visibility, planning effectiveness and scalable operating practices.
Career at UCB Biopharma
Associate Director
Global Supply Chain Process Optimization
Head of Analytics & Reporting
Global Supply Chain Analytics & Reporting
Head of Standards & Optimization
Global Supply Chain Standards & Optimization
Head of Digitalization
Led global transformation across planning, systems, data, analytics and operational excellence in a regulated biopharma environment.
Earlier Career
Amgen Europe — Netherlands (2010–2012)
Head of Site Supply Chain Planning in a complex biopharma manufacturing environment, connecting supply requirements, site execution and inventory priorities.
Blount Europe — Belgium (2009–2010)
Head of Supply Chain Planning & Process Excellence.
Janssen Pharmaceuticals / J&J — Belgium (2004–2009)
Constrained Supply Chain Planning Manager, Core Products — providing direct familiarity with J&J planning and matrix ways of working.
Earlier Roles (1998–2004)
Mölnlycke Healthcare (Supply Chain & SAP R/3), Saint-Gobain Sekurit (Planning & Process Improvement), Stanley Works Europe (European Production & Demand Planner), Levi's Europe (Financial Analyst).
Systems, Analytics & Planning Tools
Enterprise & Planning Systems
SAP R/3 / APO • OMP+ • Kinaxis RapidResponse
Analytics & Reporting
Qlik Sense • Power BI • Advanced MS Office
Certifications
- APICS CSCP
- Demand Driven Leadership (DDMRP)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Lean Supply Chain Green Belt
- Project Management
- GMP
Languages
French: Native | English: Fluent | Spanish: Intermediate
Education
Bachelor's in Business Administration
University of Mons-Hainaut, 1995
Master's in Human Resources
Université Libre de Bruxelles, 2000
Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Operations
ICHEC Brussels Management School, 2004
Master II in Management
ICHEC Brussels Management School, 2012
Postgraduate in Big Data & Analytics
KU Leuven, 2019
Bassirou Gning