Logistics Controller - London

Galderma; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dermatology company is seeking a Logistics Controller responsible for developing logistics strategies and managing inventory levels across business units. The role requires collaboration with production facilities and effective demand planning. Ideal candidates should have experience in stock management and excellent problem-solving skills. Fluency in English is essential. This position offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement within the logistics field.

Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical devices is desirable.
• Strong demand planning and stock management skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the logistics strategy for relevant business units.
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid stockouts.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams.

Skills

Pharmaceutical/Medical Device experience

Stock management experience

Demand planning experience

Understanding of KPIs like OTIF

Microsoft Excel

Problem solving in operations

Organisational skills

Fluency in English

Job description

Overview

The logistics controller will be responsible for owning the logistics strategy for their relevant business units. This will include running the Monthly Business Planning process to calculate demand, considering all relevant factors i.e. promotions, launches, seasonality, life cycle management, managing the risk of obsolescence and minimizing the impacts to working capital. The Logistics Controller is the interface between Commercial and Operations teams, including working on the business units' behalf with the production facilities outside of the UK.,

Responsibilities

• Constantly monitor and review stocks to ensure inventory levels are maintained within target but also avoid stock out occurrences.
• Liaise with the various production plants and Supply Chain Group on supply/ production challenges and continuous improvement opportunities/ plans
• Liaise with the LSP regarding booking in, QC release and order expediting
• Receipt stock and process stock movements on M3
• To maintain the stock balance reconciliation schedule Generate the monthly Stock Obsolescence Provision required, maintain 'Bad Goods' schedule and circulate to BU Heads / Finance
• Manage the destruction of stock as required due to returns/ damages / stock provision analysis
• Compile Forecast Accuracy report monthly and circulate to BU's for review and comments, consolidate for Management review
• Compile Monthly stock (Top 10 MOH) reports for Head of Finance / BUs
• Create the stock master annual PO in M3
• Any ad hoe stock management duties
• To take a proactive approach to continuous improvement and innovation in all aspects of the job
• To develop and implement changes and improvements in ways of working
• Any other duties the Company may reasonably require. Always having full regard for the department's competitiveness, efficiency and general viability
• Maintain appropriate stock related master data
• Support all relevant quality and regulatory requirements
• Support MBP process with Demand Plan Accuracy and Demand Plan Bias data
• Enter demand forecasts into TXT and work with pants to ensure supply matches demand.

Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical/Medical Device experience (Desirable)
• Previous stock management experience
• Demand planning experience
• Understanding of basic stock related KPis such as OTIF and Days / Months Inventory on Hand
• Previous experience of dealing with an external Logistics Service Provider (LSP)
• Good level of competence in Microsoft Excel
• Problem solving in an operational environment
• Able to work to timescales and under pressure
• High level of accountability and a 'can-do' attitude
• Ability to work independently or as part of the Commercial, Logistics, Supply Chain & Customer Service Management team to meet deadlines that might involve working outside of contracted hours
• Self-starter who is energetic and proactive
• Experience of working in and contributing to a continuous improvement environment
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Project Management and Organisational skills
• Continuous learning
• Organisational fit
• Fluency in English essential (written and spoken0)

About the Company

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.