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Onsite Group Senior Expert Supply Chain Management, Planning Operations – Center of Excellence
Posted 4 days ago
About the role
- Group Senior Expert in Supply Chain Management at Octapharma, managing planning operations and driving operational excellence. Collaborating on innovative solutions and improvements within the global supply chain.
Responsibilities
- Serve as key user for Kinaxis planning systems across four main areas: plasma, production, packaging, and supply & replenishment planning within the Global Supply Chain
- Orchestrate SC community meetings for your area of responsibility to facilitate exchange and learning, provide updates on initiatives, and drive discussions on improvements, harmonization, and innovation activities, considering current SC trends and benchmarks
- Collaborate with team-sites/ cross functional to identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Identify and implement initiatives as project manager, leading change with a clear focus on impact and efficiency
- Define, track, and analyze KPIs to monitor performance and process adherence within your area of responsibility
- Stay ahead of the curve by continuously exploring trends, inspiring with outside-in perspectives and implementing new technologies that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness, including automation
- Act as a change agent, driving teams and engaging with teams/stakeholders to challenge the status quo, be creative, as well as embracing new ways of working
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in SC in a multinational environment, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry
- Good understanding of E2E SC and expert knowledge in Planning
- Demonstrated success leading projects, complemented by a project management certification (e.g., PMP)
- High level of computer literacy in MS Office, particularly Excel and Power BI, as well as experience with SAP and Kinaxis
- Fluency in English is required; German is an advantage
- Design thinking, innovation methodologies, and change management expertise are a plus
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, combined with excellent communication skills
- Showcased ability to challenge existing processes and introduce innovative approaches
- Willingness to travel up to 10%
Benefits
- Company restaurant & meal subsidy
- Training & further education
- Health promotion
- Parking spaces and good public transport connections
- Company and team events
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