REQ-10047919 Associate Director Supply Chain Planning Solutions

Sandoz; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,751,313 - 2,626,970; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Sandoz is seeking an Associate Director for Supply Chain Planning Solutions to lead global development projects and enhance efficiency in their Digital Supply Chain Strategy. The role involves analyzing business requirements, supporting project execution, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive best practices. Candidates should have a strong background in supply chain project management and digital technology within the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in the process industry, preferably pharmaceuticals.
• At least 3 years of supply chain project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Capturing and translating supply chain requirements into system specifications.
• Engaging with stakeholders to improve efficiency through data-driven recommendations.
• Supporting project execution alongside Technology Project Managers.

Skills

Business Analysis

Requirements Management

Effective Communication

Education

University degree in Informatics

University degree in Computer Sciences

University degree in Business

Tools

Kinaxis

SAP APO

Job description

REQ-10047919 Associate Director Supply Chain Planning Solutions

Sandoz is undergoing an exciting transformation as a global leader in sustainable Biosimilar and Generic medicines. Join us to be part of shaping the future!

The role is within the Supply Chain Solutions Team in the Supply Chain, Manufacturing & Quality Technology organization, supporting our Digital Supply Chain Strategy in Sandoz Technical Operations.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Capturing and translating supply chain requirements into system specifications and leading global development projects.
2. Ensuring proper documentation of planning systems like Kinaxis and SAP APO.
3. Participating in system testing and collaborating on test case development.
4. Engaging with stakeholders to improve efficiency through data-driven recommendations.

**Job Description**

Major accountabilities:

• Analyzing business requirements to develop and implement supporting technology and processes.
• Supporting project execution alongside Technology Project Managers.
• Analyzing system performance and providing reports.
• Conducting process and data assessments, interviewing stakeholders, and modeling business processes.
• Designing future processes and driving best practice implementations.
• Authoring global supply chain user requirements and supporting application improvements.
• Collaborating with platform teams to maximize value.
• Supporting strategic planning and defining project roadmaps.

Key performance indicators:

• Project execution quality, timeliness, and cost management.
• Process efficiency and operational stability.
• Documentation accuracy and updates.
• Supporting supply chain technology projects with technical expertise.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Informatics, Computer Sciences, Business, or similar.
• Over 5 years of experience in the process industry, preferably pharmaceuticals, with digital technology and multinational exposure.
• At least 3 years of supply chain project management experience.
• Experience with Computerized System Validation in pharma.
• Strong skills in Business Analysis, Requirements Management, and Effective Communication.
• Understanding of process architecture, IT service lifecycle, and GxP environments.

Languages: Not specified.

**Benefits:** Flexible working, learning opportunities, and more.

**Why Sandoz?** We provide over 900 million treatments globally, with ambitions to expand access to high-quality medicines sustainably. Join our innovative, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

**Diversity & Inclusion:** Committed to building an inclusive environment reflecting our communities.

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing