Job Summary
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing site supply chain operations. The role is comprised of three main areas: purchasing, inventory control, and production planning. Key deliverables include ensuring the on-time delivery of materials from suppliers and the timely delivery of finished products to customers, while optimizing the production plan and inventory levels.
The Supply Chain Manager works closely with the Plant Manager to maximize plant output and engages with a broad range of internal stakeholders, including Commercial, Operations, Procurement, Regulatory, R&D, Quality Control (QC), and Quality Assurance (QA). Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and applicable regulations is essential for success in this role.
Role Specific Requirements
General
Manage site purchasers and the site planner, providing mentorship and support to achieve annual goals.
Develop and challenge team members to be high performers by providing development and training as needed.
Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on supply chain performance.
Ensure clear communication and effective coordination across departments.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
Identify risks within the supply chain and implement mitigation strategies.
Purchasing
Review and approve all direct purchases for raw materials, packaging, and critical components.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with key suppliers through regular communication.
Ensure all purchasing policies support on-time, in-full deliveries for planned production, aligning material receipts with the production schedule.
Optimize purchasing parameters in QAD (ERP system), ensuring efficient order quantities, alignment with supplier lead times, and QC inspection timelines, while maintaining safety stock of key items.
Define purchasing policies and maintain MRP data to ensure accuracy and reliability of information.
Provide annual purchasing forecasts to suppliers to ensure they can meet anticipated demand.
Develop and implement actions to improve key performance metrics, such as OTIF% (On Time in Full), PPV (Purchase Price Variance), and Inventory and turnover.
Production Planning and Scheduling
Manage the production planning for three production lines, aligning the long-term (rolling 18-month) and detailed three-month production plans according to the monthly S&OP process.
Coordinate with the Commercial team and site management to ensure the 18-month rolling production schedule meets specified demand.
Minimize production schedule changes due to material availability.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Quality Control to ensure raw materials and packaging are tested and released on time to support the production schedule and finished product releases.
Inventory Management
Manage inventory levels in line with company targets to ensure material availability for production.
Ensure inventory is maintained in the correct status (OK, REJECT, REEVAL, etc.) in a timely manner.
Identify and coordinate actions to reduce slow-moving inventory.
Develop and track inventory metrics, implementing actions to drive continuous improvement.
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.
Competencies required for the role
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS – is the process of developing social connections. This is a fundamental business competency that is the basis for reputation, influencing, closing deals and sustaining business relationships.
LEADERSHIP – is the ability of an individual to influence or inspire followers or other members of the organization; to enhance others’ commitment to their work and to a high -performance culture. Provide motivational support, and the ability to develop and communicate goals in support of the business mission. Provides direction with purpose and alignment to Company vision and values.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION - Is the ability to convey information to another effectively and efficiently, to listen – help facilitate sharing of information between people. It is about understanding the emotional intention behind the information. The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations, confirm understanding, communicate using data and facts. Exhibit willingness to listen and show respect for oneself and others in interactions with others. express oneself clearly in verbal and business writing.
EXECUTION/ACCOUNTABILITY – A willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one’s Accountability is when an individual or a department experiences consequences for their performance or actions.
CUSTOMER FOCUS – The ability to demonstrate concern for satisfying one’s external or internal customers. Identifies and prioritizes customer needs and recognizes constraints. Seeks to find out more about customers and provide better service. Is professional, reliable and delivers on promises. Brings a competitive focus to customer.
Requirements
Essential:
Minimum of 5 year’s experience in a variety of progressive supply chain roles in a regulated environment.
Post secondary degree or diploma in business administration, supply chain, operations, finance, or related field.
Minimum 5 years experience in a managerial role.
Advanced knowledge, experience and understanding of ERP systems.
Advanced knowledge of inventory control strategies and implementation
Advanced MRP analytic skills
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Strong understanding of contract language, laws and regulations relating to procurement and contracts.
Strong analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills.
Collaborative leader, able to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Desirable:
Knowledge of pharmaceutical cGMP and regulations (FDA, EU, Health Canada).
Strong knowledge of APIs, excipients, and packaging specific to the pharmaceutical industry.
Project management experience.
CSCP or CPIM (APICS-ASCM).
CSCMP (Supply Chain Association of Ontario).
What We Offer:
Competitive salary.
13 paid holidays.
Competitive vacation policy effective upon hire.
5 paid personal care days.
Medical, dental, vision, STD & LTD benefits.
Defined Contribution Pension plan with employer matching 5%.
Employee Assistance Program.
At Bimeda we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
About Bimeda
Bimeda is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products and has over half a century’s experience in providing science-driven solutions to optimize the health, wellbeing and productivity of the world’s animals.
Bimeda’s global innovation program sees eight state-of-the art R&D centers across four continents collaborate on an enviable product development pipeline which anticipates the ever-evolving needs of the animal health industry.
Bimeda’s ten manufacturing facilities across seven countries allow the company to manufacture a broad range of preventative, curative and nutritional products including sterile injectables, vaccinations, nutritional boluses, feed additives, tablets, water-soluble powders, pastes and non-sterile liquids.
Globally, the company focuses on the development, manufacture and commercialization of quality Bimeda-branded products while also being the partner of choice for contract manufacturing and R&D services for prominent companies within the animal health industry.
More info at www.bimedacareers.com
