Job Title: Supply Chain Director - Pharmaceutical Logistics
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About the Role:
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* Lead and manage a team responsible for international distribution operations, ensuring seamless product movement from distribution centers to final delivery points.
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* Develop and strengthen relationships with global logistics partners, managing key performance indicators through a strategic framework.
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* Steer the strategic roadmap for Global Logistics, collaborating closely with Global Supply Chain & Strategy (GSC&S) to deliver innovative and compliant distribution solutions.
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* Optimize the structure and operations of the Distribution network to improve efficiency, agility, resilience, and sustainability.
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* Be accountable for launch readiness with Global Logistics Providers and continuously improve and standardize Global Logistics processes.
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Key Responsibilities:
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1. Lead and manage the distribution team and activities across EU, International, and Shared Markets against GDP guidelines.
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2. Develop and strengthen relationships with global logistics partners, while managing key performance indicators through our Strategic Logistics Partner framework.
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3. Steer the strategic roadmap for Global Logistics, collaborating closely with Global Supply Chain & Strategy (GSC&S) to deliver innovative and compliant distribution solutions for patients.
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4. Optimize the structure and operations of the Distribution network to improve efficiency, agility, resilience, and sustainability.
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5. Be accountable for launch readiness with Global Logistics Providers and continuously improve and standardize Global Logistics processes, leveraging digital tools to drive efficiency and compliance with regulations.
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6. Support RFQs, review and select processes for Logistics partners, set appropriate operating procedures and key performance targets in partnership with Network Strategy.
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7. Proactively adapt to changes in business conditions to ensure the external supplier model remains effective and efficient.
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8. Lead budget preparation for International Distribution and ensure adherence to short- and long-term financial plans.
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9. Provide subject matter expertise for any Distribution-related inspections/audits.
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10. Participate in implementing risk management strategies and identifying opportunities to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce operational costs.
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Essential Skills and Experience:
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* Demonstrated people management experience and proven knowledge of Logistics & Distribution.
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* Excellent knowledge of GxP & regulatory issues as they relate to pharmaceutical supply chain.
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* Past experience in leading third-party performance, including effective leadership of expectations and communications across a broad stakeholder base.
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* Strong leadership, presentation, and communication skills with proven ability to influence at executive level.
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* Detail-oriented with the ability to effectively lead and manage multiple competing priorities.
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* Experience working with multiple teams to support business needs.
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* Ability to assist with projects involving multiple teams and across different regions.
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* Computer literate, with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
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* Fluency in English both written and oral is essential; fluency in other languages is desirable.
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Benefits:
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The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, strong logistics expertise, and the capability to manage distribution centers across diverse regions while maintaining transparency and alignment with internal stakeholders and external partners.
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We are seeking an experienced logistics professional within the pharmaceutical industry looking for a new challenge in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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This is a permanent position that offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a skilled team.
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The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge of GxP & regulatory issues as they relate to pharmaceutical supply chain.
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We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all employees.
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We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.
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