Kyowa Kirin North America

Kyowa Kirin North America

Sr. Manager, Supply Chain- Manufacturing

Sanford, NC · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$154k-$180kDetected 9 days ago
ComplianceProject ManagementForecastingSAPSupply ChainLogisticsProcess ImprovementERPInventory ManagementRecruitingCustomer SupportCommunicationCritical ThinkingMicrosoft OfficeLean ManufacturingWarehouse Management SystemS&OP

About the role

  • A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization.
  • Summary: The Senior Manager, Supply Chain is responsible for leading Supply Chain at the Sanford Manufacturing Site.
  • The Senior manager will ensure the reliable and efficient supply of clinical and commercial drug products to regional & global supply chains.

Responsibilities

  • This role will be responsible for supporting the management of Drug Substance supply and inventory, associated activities within our ERP/MRP, demand, capacity, serialization, and inventory management systems (Plan/Source/Make/Deliver) and is a functional subject matter expert in the related processes.
  • The Senior Manager, Supply Chain leads product operations including Warehouse and Distribution site operations using digital & team facilitation capabilities to ensure the reliable flow of products.
  • Develops and optimizes inventory strategies for KKNC products and owns business processes related to supply chain execution via ERP/MRP functionality.
  • Develops SOPS, Work Instructions, and Job-Aids to ensure the robustness of planning execution and is the owner of supply chain maps.
  • Leads project management activities for improvement initiatives / strategic initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree Required, with focus in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or other business management subject area or related field.
  • 5+ years direct Supply Chain Management / Operations experience ideally within Life Sciences manufacturing, or highly regulated industry, preferably within a manufacturing site environment.
  • Proficiency with planning and business insights tools (APO, Kinaxis, O9 Solutions), PowerBI, Qlikview, and legacy business management software (MS Office Suite)
  • Knowledge of and capability to effectively use continuous improvement / process improvement methodologies and tools (such as LEAN Six Sigma, Toyota Production System)

Skills

  • Deep knowledge in planning processes: S&OP, New Product Introduction, Forecasting, Demand, Supply, Material & Inventory Planning
  • Understanding of Manufacturing site Supply Chain operations, inclusive of Logistics, Packaging, Warehouse Management operations.
  • High Level of Proficiency using and driving effectivity of ERP, such as SAP, JDE, Preferably MS D365
  • Non-Technical Skills
  • Solutions minded with strong critical thinking & analytical skills
  • Strong Interpersonal & communication (verbal & written) skills are required.
  • Risk/Resiliency Modeling & Contingency Planning experience is preferred
  • Ability to thrive in a matrixed, diverse-culture environment
  • Action-oriented and accountable, desiring results.
  • Physical Demands:

Compensation

  • Supports the development and management of Sanford Manufacturing Site supply chain needs inclusive of logistics, warehousing, planning, digitization, and supports the annual strategy deployment process and while contributing to the growth

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
  • Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs, Sick Days and, Volunteer Days
  • Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)

Company info

  • 401K with company matching
  • In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.

Visa & Work Authorization

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