Supply Chain Manager – UK & Europe

Cipla; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent pharmaceutical company is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Manager to oversee operations in the UK and Europe. This role requires managing complex logistics and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will lead strategic projects to enhance supply chain visibility and cost efficiency, while working closely with stakeholders across regions. The ideal candidate brings 3-6 years of experience in pharmaceutical supply chain operations. This position offers dynamic challenges in an international environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in pharmaceutical supply chain operations, preferably in a global or regional role.
• Experience managing EU import / export compliance and GDP standards.
• Proven ability to manage complex cross-border operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations across manufacturing, quality release, warehousing, and distribution.
• Act as the primary liaison between India HQ and EU stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal departments for smooth product movement and launches.

Skills

Supply chain management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Supply Chain Management planning tools like IBP

Job description

Please note that this position is leased through a third party agency

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager – UK & Europe

Location: London, United Kingdom

Company: Cipla EU Limited

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Function: Supply Chain Management

Experience Required: 4-6 years

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and results-oriented Supply Chain Manager to manage operations across our UK & European markets. This role will serve as a critical interface between our India HQ, testing laboratories & local distribution partners. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day supply chain activities while also leading strategic projects to enhance visibility, cost efficiency, and automation across our supply network.

Strategic Projects

• Supply Chain Visibility Initiative: Develop and implement a framework to provide end-to-end visibility across the supply chain (from manufacturing and shipping to quality release and distribution).
• 3PL Optimization: Evaluate and identify qualified, cost-effective 3PL partners for existing and new markets with a focus on driving logistics cost savings and service improvements.
• EDI-Based Ordering Setup in DTM market: Lead the design and rollout of an EDI-enabled ordering process for DTM market in collaboration with local partners, commercial teams, and IT, enhancing automation and order accuracy.

Supply Chain Operations

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations across manufacturing, quality release, warehousing, and distribution for UK and Europe.
• Act as the primary liaison between India HQ and EU stakeholders for production, dispatch planning, and shipment execution.
• Oversee import / export logistics, customs documentation, local batch release, and inventory management.
• Handle coordination with contract manufacturers (CMOs), third-party logistics (3PLs), and re-packaging vendors.
• Ensure compliance with GDP and EU pharma regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Regulatory, Quality, Finance, and Commercial for smooth product movement and launches.
• Analyse and optimize inventory levels to support forecast accuracy and service levels across markets.
• Generate supply chain metrics, dashboards, and periodic performance reports for local and global leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in pharmaceutical supply chain operations, preferably in a global or regional role.
• Experience managing EU import / export compliance, batch release, and GDP standards.
• Proven ability to manage complex cross-border operations, with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP) and SCM planning tools like IBP.
• Strong analytical mindset and hands-on experience with supply chain transformation or cost-reduction initiatives.

Preferred Skills

• Project management experience.
• Exposure to European regulatory frameworks and CMO / 3PL management.
• Experience with EDI implementations or systems integrations in pharma / logistics.
• Ability to work across cultures and time zones, with excellent communication and coordination skills.