Senior Manager - Network Strategy

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. is seeking a Senior Manager in Mumbai to lead capacity planning, network optimization, and supply chain initiatives.

The role focuses on coordinating capacity, overseeing API campaign planning, and ensuring readiness for new products, while collaborating across R&D, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams. The ideal candidate will have 8–15 years of experience in supply chain and a strong background in chemical/pharmaceutical operations, with a focus on cost

Qualifications

• Degree in chemical engineering or chemistry or MBA preferred.
• 8–15 years of experience in supply chain/plant planning.
• B. Tech Chemical / M Sc Chemistry / MBA as stated.

Responsibilities

• Drive capacity planning and optimize plant utilization to meet business demand.
• Lead API campaign planning and align production plans with market requirements.
• Develop de-risking strategies including alternate sourcing and outsourcing options.
• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to execute cost reduction initiatives.
• Drive planning process excellence through master data governance and cost-to-serve improvements.
• Oversee team development and people management.

Skills

Capacity planning

Supply planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.Tech Chemical / M Sc Chemistry / MBA

Job description

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Date: Sep 23, 2026

Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Job Title:

Senior Manager,

Business Unit:

Job Grade

G9A/ G9B

Location:

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you "Create your own sunshine"— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you'll find yourself becoming 'Better every day' through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you 'Take charge' and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we 'Thrive together' and support each other's journeys.

Key responsibilities:

Capacity & Network Planning

• Drive capacity planning and optimize plant utilization to meet business demand.
• Support site transfers, product internalization, and network optimization initiatives.

Supply Planning

• Lead API campaign planning and align production plans with market requirements.
• Ensure supply readiness and capacity creation for new product launches, filing, validation, and query batches.

Business Continuity & Risk Management

• Develop de-risking strategies, including alternate sourcing and outsourcing options, to ensure continuity of supply.
• Proactively identify and resolve supply constraints and site-related risks.

Cost Optimization

• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to execute cost reduction initiatives and support timely commercial implementation.

Supply Chain Excellence

• Drive planning process excellence through planning norms, master data governance, and cost-to-serve improvements.
• Lead resolution of chronic supply issues through cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Responsible for Team Development & people Management

Up to 40%

Job Requirements

Internal Interactions (within the organization)

Plants, RA, Procurement, R&D , Quality, LCM

Educational Qualification

B. Tech Chemical / M Sc. Chemistry/ MBA

Experience

Tenure : 8 – 15 years

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).