Strategic Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Performance-based bonus

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites an experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Analyst to join our global client's Randburg, Gauteng team. You will analyze supply chain data, forecast demand, optimize inventory, and collaborate with procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and sales to ensure timely delivery of essential medicines.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in pharmaceutical supply chains, a Bachelor's in a related field, and strong skills in Excel, SQL, and BI tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain analysis or operations.
• Experience in demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics optimization.
• Proficient with data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, BI).

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain performance metrics to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop strategies to optimize inventory, reduce lead times, and enhance delivery reliability.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to manage supplier relationships and ensure timely sourcing of materials and finished goods.
• Monitor global supply chain activities, identifying potential risks and developing contingency plans.
• Forecast demand, plan production, and manage distribution networks.
• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and GDP quality standards.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional projects to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations on supply chain performance for senior management.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and best practices to enhance supply chain operations.
• Contribute to long-term supply chain strategies.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory management

Logistics optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

SQL

BI tools

Job description

Placements24 invites an experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Analyst to join our global client's Randburg, Gauteng team. You will analyze supply chain data, forecast demand, optimize inventory, and collaborate with procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and sales to ensure timely delivery of essential medicines.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in pharmaceutical supply chains, a Bachelor's in a related field, and strong skills in Excel, SQL, and BI tools.