Pharmaceutical Supply Chain, Manufacturing, CMC - Associate Consultant

ZS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel opportunities

Total rewards package

Job summary

ZS is a global management consulting and technology firm focused on life sciences. We are seeking professionals to join our Pharmaceutical Supply Chain & Manufacturing team across Europe at Associate, Associate Consultant and Consultant levels.

In the UK, you’ll work on complex pharma supply chain challenges, collaborating with clients to transform strategy, technology and operations. Hybrid working and travel are integral to how we deliver impact while growing your career within ZS.

Qualifications

• Experience in life sciences manufacturing or supply chain.
• Experience or knowledge in CMC, Manufacturing & Quality, or Supply Chain Management/Planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly with stakeholders.
• Interest in solving strategic and operational challenges in life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Support clients on pharma supply chain strategy, tech and transformation engagements.
• Apply expertise across CMC, Manufacturing & Quality, and Planning.
• Analyze business challenges and translate insights into practical recommendations.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and project teams.
• Contribute to developing innovative approaches to supply chain challenges.
• Help clients deliver sustainable operational improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Clear communication

Life sciences manufacturing or supply

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

We are looking for talented professionals to join our growing Pharmaceutical Supply Chain & Manufacturingteam across Europe at A/AC/C level. This is an opportunity to work on complex supply chain challenges within the life sciences sector, helping clients strengthen, transform and optimize critical operations.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience across one or more of the following areas:

• CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls)
• Pharma Manufacturing & Quality
• Pharma Supply Chain Management
• Pharma Supply Chain Planning

What you’ll do:

Depending on your background and expertise, you will work with clients on strategic and operational pharmaceutical supply chain challenges, contributing to projects within your specialist area while also gaining exposure to broader supply chain topics.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting clients on complex pharmaceutical supply chain strategy, technology and transformation engagements.
• Applying your expertise across CMC, Manufacturing & Quality, Supply Chain Management or Planning.
• Analysing business challenges and translating insights into practical recommendations.
• Working collaboratively with client stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Contributing to the development of innovative approaches to supply chain challenges.
• Helping clients make informed decisions and deliver sustainable operational improvements.

What we’re looking for:

We are interested in candidates at Associate, Associate Consultant and Consultant level, with the appropriate level determined by experience and expertise.

You will bring:

• Suitable candidates must have experience within life sciences related manufacturing or supply chain.
• Experience or strong knowledge in at least one of our priority capability areas: CMC, Manufacturing & Quality, Supply Chain Management or Supply Chain Planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and work effectively with different stakeholders.
• An interest in solving strategic and operational challenges within the life sciences industry.

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United Kingdom, visit ZS UK office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.