Head - Supply Chain with Foreign based Global Pharma Company

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professional career opportunity

1. Position: Head Supply Chain

2. Products: Solid Oral, Injectable, Topical etc.

3. Markets: UK / EU, USA, Australia, New Zealand, ROW

4. Reporting to: CEO / MD (Foreign)

Role & responsibilities:

The Head of Supply Chain will lead the end-to-end supply chain function for our pharmaceutical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and strategic alignment with business objectives. This role oversees procurement, demand forecasting, inventory management, logistics, and supplier management while adhering to pharmaceutical industry standards, including GMP, GDP, and cold chain logistics. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in the pharmaceutical sector and a proven track record in scaling supply chain operations in a complex regulatory environment.

Strategic Leadership

• Design and implement supply chain strategies specific to pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution.
• Drive operational excellence, cost optimization, and supply assurance while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, & Commercial teams to support product launches and market expansion.

Procurement & Vendor Management:

• Lead sourcing & vendor qualification for APIs, excipients, packaging materials, and third-party manufacturing partners.
• Develop & maintain strategic supplier partnerships to ensure product quality, compliance, and continuity of supply.
• Oversee contracts, quality agreements, and audits in accordance with pharma industry regulations.

Demand & Supply Planning:

• Implement robust demand planning, MRP, and S&OP processes specific to pharmaceutical production cycles.
• Monitor product lifecycle trends, regulatory changes, and market demands to drive agile supply chain planning.

Logistics, Distribution & Cold Chain Management:

• Oversee warehousing, transportation, and cold chain logistics for pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure compliance with GDP and local regulatory standards for storage and distribution, including temperature-sensitive products.
• Manage logistics partners, customs clearance, and export/import requirements for domestic and international markets.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure full compliance with GMP, GDP, CDSCO, US-FDA, EU-GMP, and other relevant global regulatory standards.
• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including raw material shortages, regulatory disruptions, and quality issues.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team with a deep understanding of the pharma landscape.
• Foster a culture of compliance, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Preferred candidate profile

• B.Pharm / M.Pharm / B.Sc / M.Sc / Graduate Engiener / Any Related Degree + MBA / PGDM (SCM / Logistic / International) with 13 to 18 years of experience with Pharma Formulations in Global / International Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum 13 to 18 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience in both domestic and international pharma supply chain operations.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end supply chains for regulated pharmaceutical products, including APIs, formulations, and biopharmaceuticals.
• Deep understanding of pharma regulatory environments, GMP / GDP compliance, and international quality standards.
• Ability to manage complex supply networks and deliver in high-pressure, quality-critical environments.
• Strong experience with ERP/SCM systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and digital tools for planning and traceability. Demonstrated success in managing third-party manufacturing (CMO / CDMO) and supplier qualification.
• The ideal candidate brings deep experience in the pharmaceutical sector and a proven track record in scaling supply chain operations in a complex regulatory environment.
• Strong strategic thinking & business acumen with the ability to make data driven decisions.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with global stakeholders.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work across various stakeholders (internal teams, external partners, regulatory bodies).
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to navigate and lead through complex challenges and changing market conditions.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate teams towards achieving ambitious business objectives.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in other languages is a plus

Recruiter's Contact Details:

Dharmesh Sikligar

BEST-FIT Recruitment Riders

G-7, Amrit Complex,

Opp: Mahavir Jain Vidhyalaya & Jain Derasar,

R.V. Desai Road, Near Goyagate Circle,

Vadodara-390001, Gujarat, India

Mobile: 09558802906

Website: www.bestfitrecruitment.co.in