Company Description
At TAPI, we’re not just a company—we’re a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world’s leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we’re shaping the future of health worldwide.Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives.Are you ready to lead from the front and shape the future of supply chain excellence? We’re seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to take on the role of Site Head of Supply Chain at our manufacturing facility in Gajraula, India.As the Associate Director – Site Supply Chain, you’ll be at the core of our operational success—driving performance across critical functions that ensure seamless production and timely customer delivery. This high-impact role blends strategic foresight with hands-on leadership, overseeing key areas such as production planning, inventory control, and warehouse management.You’ll lead a dedicated team of 15 full-time professionals, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about operational excellence, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Lead functional planning and policy development to address complex challenges.
- Drive performance and resource optimization across the site and function.
Production Planning
- Translate customer orders into strategic production plans.
- Manage open order planning and enforce timely fulfillment systems.
Warehouse Management
- Supervise warehouse operations and safety standards.
- Monitor equipment usage and ensure compliant stacking/storage.
Inventory Control
- Conduct age-wise inventory reviews and strategize liquidations.
- Schedule raw and packaging materials in line with LBE & AOP.
Customer Relationship Management
- Champion reliability and satisfaction across internal and external stakeholders.
Compliance & Governance
- Maintain SOP/cGMP documentation with ethical rigor.
- Cultivate awareness around compliance practices.
Monitoring & Coordination
- Daily oversight of production, volume, and dispatch metrics.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure delivery precision.
MIS & Analytics
- Provide actionable insights for budgeting and planning.
- Support long-term forecasting using sales simulations.
Financial Stewardship
- Manage departmental budgets with cost-center discipline.
Team Leadership & Training
- Lead and mentor multi-level staff.
- Promote efficiency via tools, skill enhancement, and safety programs.
Distribution & Logistics
- Oversee global product pickup, delivery, and routing coordination.
- Ensure timely and accurate shipment execution beyond borders.
Qualifications
We’re seeking a seasoned and visionary Supply Chain leader who can energize and elevate our team. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic insight, operational expertise, and people-first leadership to drive excellence across our Gajraula site.
Essential Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in supply chain leadership roles within manufacturing environments, with proven success in managing cross-functional teams. We are ideally looking for candidates coming from pharmaceutical & API industry.
- Strategic Acumen: Demonstrated ability to develop and execute supply chain strategies that align with business goals and drive measurable outcomes
- Leadership & Influence: Strong track record of inspiring teams, fostering collaboration, and cultivating a high-performance culture
- Operational Excellence: Deep expertise in production planning, inventory optimization, warehouse operations, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
- Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across all levels of the organization
- Global Perspective: Experience working in multinational environments and navigating complex supply chain ecosystems
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred), data analytics tools, and digital supply chain technologies
Additional Information
Make Your Mark with TAPI
Your journey with TAPI is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and inspire, we’re excited to welcome you to our team. Together, let’s shape the future of pharmaceuticals. Apply on top of this page and our talent acquisition team will be in touch soon!
