Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager
Kent (Hybrid)
15 minute walk from Dartford Train Station
Pharmaceutical Company

Job Purpose
Management of the supply chain for UK and International markets and relationships with our partner contract manufacturing organisations (CMO) and distribution service organisations (4PL & 3PL).

Key Responsibilities

Defining and taking the lead on the production planning strategy and plans to ensure that company meets its business objectives

Lead the preparation of a rolling master manufacturing forecast, articulating key recommendations and decisions to the management team
Working closely with R&D and Technical colleagues to ensure that supply chain requirements are considered during technical transfer of the product
Track and drive supply chain metrics as well as leading the development of the S&OP process

To act as the commercial interface with our internal and external manufacturing and distribution partners

Work with R&D and Technical head for all contract negotiations with contract manufacturers
Work with R&D and Technical head for Project management of technical transfers between manufacturing locations
Optimisation of stock holdings of finished packs, FP and API to ensure overall costs are minimised

Drive continuous improvement in the departments processes and responsibilities

Work with finance and sales department to create a continuous improvement culture and drive the execution of robust cost savings programs through inventory and non-inventory areas

Drive sustainable compliance to current global quality requirements

Ensure compliance to the relevant company SOP & current MHRA & EU GDP requirement
Participate in resolving quality matters with contract manufacturers
Participate in resolving supply chain matters with distribution partners

Management and development of the supply chain and customer services team
Lead the team in setting clear objectives, providing consistent direction, ensuring ownership and accountability and driving high performance

Qualifications and Experience
Educated to degree level in a science related subject or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience in Pharmaceutical supply chain operations
Demand planning model experience using ERP systems
Proficiency in the use of MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Facilitation and Leadership skills