Associate, Supply Chain Strategy & Packaging Excellence

alcon; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alcon in Singapore seeks an Associate, Supply Chain Strategy & Management to support packaging-related supply chain projects and ensure alignment between manufacturing output and customer needs.

The role covers PLR/EPCR reviews, SAP master data management, artwork approvals, BOM changes, and development of SOPs. It requires a degree in Engineering/SC, 2+ years in pharmaceutical/FMCG packaging, and SAP knowledge. Based at Tuas, with transport provided from nearby MRT stations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering/ Supply Chain or related field.
• Min 2 years of packaging experience in pharmaceutical or FMCG industry.
• Good knowledge in SAP or other related software.
• Able to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess Product Launch Requests (PLRs) and EPCRs during manufacturing review.
• Request primary and secondary component part numbers from GDM.
• Create packaging component specifications and progress the PLR from the Packaging Text stage to the next phase.
• Create, update, and maintain material master records in SAP, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to data standards.
• Raise, review, and ensure completion of tickets for inspection plan setup, control cycles, PIR/QIR costing, and LIMS configuration for new part numbers.
• Approve artwork for all secondary packaging components.
• Develop and approve CP label artwork.
• Assessment of secondary packaging components & primary components.
• Develop material specifications and key component drawings.
• Prepare assembly instruction forms and pallet pattern documentation for secondary components.
• Coordinate with local QA-RA to ensure CDPS availability and alignment with implementation timelines
• Review & raise ECNs for BOMs, routings, and production versions
• Create new SOPs, update existing SOPs, and perform periodic reviews for the department.
• Support sustainability initiatives related to packaging improvements.
• Conduct trials and testing of secondary packaging components on packaging lines to qualify new suppliers.
• Set up new product launch & existing product changes within the Systech system across all packaging lines.
• Coordinate with internal and external business stakeholders to ensure timely completion of development activities.
• Prepare Document Correct Trend (DCT) reports and Non-Conformance Investigation (NCI) reports for any non-compliance issues.

Skills

Meet tight deadlines

Cross-functional collaboration

Team player

Education

Degree in Engineering/ Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Alcon in Singapore seeks an Associate, Supply Chain Strategy & Management to support packaging-related supply chain projects and ensure alignment between manufacturing output and customer needs.

The role covers PLR/EPCR reviews, SAP master data management, artwork approvals, BOM changes, and development of SOPs. It requires a degree in Engineering/SC, 2+ years in pharmaceutical/FMCG packaging, and SAP knowledge. Based at Tuas, with transport provided from nearby MRT stations.