Supply Chain Leadership Opportunity
This is a critical leadership role that requires expertise in supply chain management. The successful candidate will play a key part in aligning operational execution with business strategy, supporting growth, cost efficiency, and service excellence across both human and veterinary health product portfolios.
1. Strategic Leadership:
* Develop and execute the global supply chain strategy aligned with corporate goals.
* Drive cross-functional alignment with Production, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial functions.
* Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes to ensure accurate forecasting and optimal inventory levels.
* Champion continuous improvement, digital transformation, and lean initiatives across the supply chain function.
2. Planning and Scheduling:
* Oversee demand planning, master production scheduling (MPS), and capacity planning across all manufacturing and packaging sites.
* Ensure reliable supply plans that balance customer service, cost, and inventory investment.
* Implement advanced planning tools and KPIs to enhance forecast accuracy and on-time delivery.
3. Procurement and Materials Management:
* Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for APIs, excipients, and packaging materials.
* Establish strong supplier partnerships and manage vendor performance, risk, and compliance.
* Drive cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives without compromising quality or compliance.
4. Logistics and Distribution:
* Oversee warehousing, inventory control, and finished goods distribution (including cold chain and controlled drug logistics).
* Ensure full compliance with GDP, customs, and international trade regulations.
* Optimize freight, distribution routes, and service provider performance to reduce cost and improve delivery lead times.
5. Governance and Compliance:
* Maintain adherence to GMP/GDP, HPRA, EMA, and FDA regulatory requirements.
* Ensure full data integrity, traceability, and batch release alignment between operations and Quality.
* Support audits (internal, external, and regulatory) and implement corrective/preventive actions as required.
6. People and Performance:
* Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing supply chain team.
* Establish KPIs and governance mechanisms for performance management.
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
7. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
* OTIF (On-Time In-Full) Service Level
* Forecast Accuracy (%)
* Inventory Turns / Days on Hand
* Supplier OTIF & Quality Compliance
* Cost-to-Serve Reduction (%)
* Supply Chain Risk & Resilience Metrics
* S&OP Maturity Level