SC Operations Specialist

IS10 Alvotech hf; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvotech Bengaluru is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to drive day-to-day execution of the manufacturing and supply plan for DS, DP, and FP. You will monitor production, inventory, and material movements, and serve as a central point for supply-related questions across internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires 1–4 years in pharma supply chains, exposure to SAP, and strong communication. This on-site position offers opportunities to contribute to patient access to biologics and work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (supply chain, logistics, life sciences).
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech supply chains is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily execution & monitoring of the DS/DP/FP supply plan.
• Track production, inventory, and material movements; report status.
• Manage orders and update delivery dates in SAP.
• Coordinate bottlenecks with manufacturing, CDMOs, and CMOs.
• Collect data to monitor KPIs (OTIF, backlog, lead time).
• Participate in demand control meetings and reviews.
• Identify risks and escalate with supporting information.
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders for smooth execution.
• Maintain SAP data for orders, deliveries, and inventory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business/Life Sciences

Tools

SAP (PP/MM/SD)

Job description

The Supply Chain Specialist is an operational role within the Supply Chain Operations team. This position is responsible for the day-to-day execution and monitoring of the manufacturing and supply plan for Drug Substance (DS), Drug Product (DP), and Finished Packed Goods (FP). The role ensures internal DS and DP manufacturing sites, as well as external CDMOs (for part of DP) and CMOs (for all packaging), deliver according to the plan received from Supply Chain Planning. The specialist acts as a key operational coordinator and line-driver, maintaining visibility on supply status and supporting reliable product availability for patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Execution & Monitoring of the Supply Plan Monitors daily and weekly progress of the manufacturing plan across DS (internal), DP (internal + CDMO), and FP packaging (CMOs). Tracks status against agreed timelines and quantities.
• Supply Status Tracking Maintains accurate, up-to-date visibility on production, inventory, and material movements for all DS, DP, and FP SKUs. Provides regular updates on where the company stands versus the manufacturing plan.
• Order Management & Delivery Follow-up Serves as a central point of contact for supply-related questions from internal and external stakeholders. Updates delivery dates in SAP, processes order changes, and ensures commitments are followed up in terms of quantity and timeline.
• Backorder & Bottleneck Management Tracks backorders, supports prioritization, and helps coordinate resolution of bottlenecks with internal manufacturing, CDMOs, CMOs, and other functions.
• KPI Tracking & Reporting Collects and consolidates data to support monitoring of key supply chain KPIs, including OTIF, backlog, backorder levels, lead time, MOQ adherence, and ADS. Prepares regular reports and dashboards as part of the Supply Chain Operations team.
• Meeting Participation Participates in demand control meetings and operational reviews with tactical planners. Provides updates on current supply status and KPI performance for specific products or delivery streams.
• Risk Identification & Escalation Monitors committed delivery dates versus actual progress. Flags potential delays or risks early and escalates supply issues to senior team members or relevant functions with supporting information.
• Stakeholder Coordination Works closely with internal DS/DP manufacturing sites, external CDMOs (DP), and CMOs (packaging) to ensure smooth execution of the supply plan. Supports communication and follow-up between Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, and Logistics teams.
• System & Data Management Maintains accurate data in SAP related to production orders, deliveries, and inventory. Supports month-end supply reconciliation activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 1-4 years of experience in supply chain, preferable in pharmaceuticals or biotech.
• Exposure to manufacturing supply chains (ideally DS/DP) and/or working with CDMOs/CMOs is a strong advantage.
• Basic knowledge of SAP (PP, MM, or SD modules) is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Good analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Clear communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional and international environment.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership.
• Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).

About Alvotech

At Alvotech, we are building a global biotechnology company with a clear purpose: to expand access to high-quality, affordable biologic medicines for patients worldwide. Our people are central to that mission. Across our global teams, we bring together expertise in science, manufacturing, quality and commercial operations to shape the future of biosimilars. We offer a dynamic, fast-moving environment where curiosity, initiative and ownership are encouraged. Rooted in Icelandic values and operating on a global stage, we value collaboration, diversity and integrity across everything we do. Our teams work on meaningful challenges, contribute directly to patient impact, and grow alongside the business. Whether you are at the start of your career or looking to take your next step, Alvotech offers the opportunity to do work that matters, in a company driven by purpose and scale. If you do not see a role that matches your experience today, we still welcome general applications from individuals who share our ambition and want to help improve access to biologic medicines worldwide.

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