p>About you: Relevant experience and qualification in supply chain, logistics, business, science or a related field; post-graduate qualification an advantage Minimum 8 years experience in supply chain, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role Experience must be within a CDMO environment - human health or animal health Proven senior supply chain leadership experience within a CDMO - human health or animal health manufacturing; candidates without direct CDMO operating experience will not progress regardless of broader pharmaceutical background Deep working knowledge of ERP systems in a GMP manufacturing context; hands-on SAP experience (By Design or equivalent) with a demonstrable track record of driving system optimization and data discipline Demonstrated ability to own and mature SIOP/S&OP processes in a complex, multi-product manufacturing environment Direct experience managing customer relationships in a CDMO context Proven track record of leading teams and functions through significant change - operating model redesign, system transformation or process overhaul in a live manufacturing environment Track record of building, developing and where necessary reshaping high-performing teams; willing to make difficult talent decisions and hold the bar high.
Own sourcing strategy for critical raw materials - identifying requirements, evaluating supply options and executing procurement; leverage the Shawnee Procurement function for negotiation support where appropriate Develop and maintain supply risk strategies for critical inputs - ensuring appropriate safety stock positions, multi-vendor options and distributed storage where warranted; eliminating over-reliance on any single vendor, location or storage strategy Directly accountable for reducing total inventory on hand - driving right-sized safety stock positions, correcting ERP-driven distortions and eliminating excess and obsolete stock Monitor supply market conditions continuously; translate risk signals into sourcing and stocking decisions before disruption occurs Own the operational response to major supply issues - escalating and resolving with urgency.