Director of Supply Chain

ZipRecruiter; Brighton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a results-driven Director of Supply Chain to oversee operations including procurement and logistics. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management and compliance within regulated industries. Strong leadership and strategic skills are essential for driving continuous improvement and operational performance. This role is based in the United Kingdom and requires minimal travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience within pharmaceutical/medical device manufacturing or similar regulated industry is beneficial.
• Proven knowledge of supply chain best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team covering procurement and logistics.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and other global regulatory requirements.
• Oversee demand forecasting and production planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

10+ years of supply chain experience

Experience in pharmaceutical/medical device

Knowledge of ERP systems

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Overview

Biovire is seeking a strategic, results-driven Director of Supply Chain to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations within a fast-paced pharmaceutical / medical device manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for overseeing procurement, planning, production logistics, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution to ensure seamless and compliant delivery of product. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in GMP-compliant supply chain practices, regulatory requirements, and a track record of optimizing operational performance and cost-efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team covering procurement, planning, logistics, warehousing, and customer fulfillment.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, EMA, and other relevant global regulatory requirements in all supply chain operations.
• Oversee demand forecasting, production planning, and capacity planning to support manufacturing schedules and customer orders.
• Optimize sourcing strategies and vendor relationships to reduce costs, ensure quality, and mitigate supply risks.
• Manage raw material and finished goods inventory levels to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
• Implement and improve supply chain systems, KPIs, and reporting tools to ensure visibility, traceability, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and Customer Facing teams to align operations and support new product launches.
• Lead initiatives in supply chain digital transformation, sustainability, and risk management.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to proactively address supply disruptions or opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, experience within pharmaceutical / medical device manufacturing or similar regulated industry but not required.
• Proven knowledge of supply chain best practices and cold chain/logistics.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and planning tools.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated success in leading change and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Metrics

• Inventory Turnover Rate
• Order Fulfillment Cycle Time
• Percentage of orders delivered on time, in full, without errors or returns.
• Supplier Performance Metrics
• Forecast Accuracy
• Cold Chain Compliance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand and/or walk for no less than 8 hours a day.
• The ability to travel domestically and internationally via plane, train and car is required, which is expected to be no more than 10%.

Employment at Bryllan (Biovire) is contingent upon a successful Background check.