Remote Senior Supply Chain Manager – Pharma & S&OP

The Fountain Group; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager for a prominent client. This fully remote role requires EST-aligned hours and focuses on pharmaceutical supply chain leadership across planning, sourcing, logistics and supplier relationships.

You will develop demand forecasts and supply plans, manage CMOs and contracts, support S&OP, and drive forecast accuracy using ERP, data analytics and budgeting considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of relevant supply chain planning/management experience without a master’s degree, 6+ years will be considered with a Master’s.
• Pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience is required.
• Strong commercial supply chain planning experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and planning tools, specifically end-to-end Planning, purchasing, and Inventory management processes.
• 3 – 5 years of proficiency with ERP system, forecasting tools, and advanced Excel.
• Experience with supplier/vendor management, particularly CMO relationships.
• Experience supporting or leading S&OP processes.
• Strong understanding of FDA regulations, GMP manufacturing, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience working with suppliers, internal customers, and upper management.
• Financial acumen, budgeting experience, and ability to assess business and financial implications of supply chain decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial supply chain planning and management for pharmaceutical products.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts, incorporating market trends, promotional activities, product launches, and regulatory considerations.
• Create and execute supply plans aligned with demand, production capacity, and inventory targets.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, including CMOs, and oversee supply agreements, purchase orders, and manufacturing service agreements.
• Support the S&OP process and contribute to supply chain governance forums.
• Use data analytics, forecasting tools, and ERP systems to improve forecast accuracy, decision-making, and supply chain performance.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks, including capacity constraints, supplier compliance issues, and regulatory delays.
• Ensure supply chain activities are compliant with applicable regulations and aligned with budget and financial commitments.

Skills

ERP systems

Forecasting tools

Excel

Supplier/vendor management

S&OP processes

Data analytics

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Forecasting tools

Job description

The Fountain Group is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager for a prominent client. This fully remote role requires EST-aligned hours and focuses on pharmaceutical supply chain leadership across planning, sourcing, logistics and supplier relationships.

You will develop demand forecasts and supply plans, manage CMOs and contracts, support S&OP, and drive forecast accuracy using ERP, data analytics and budgeting considerations.