Supply Chain Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager from the pharmaceutical sector to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory management, distribution, and demand planning. The candidate must have strong analytical skills with expertise in Advanced Excel for data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supply Chain Management

• Manage complete supply chain operations including sourcing, procurement, warehousing, and distribution

• Ensure timely availability of raw materials and finished goods

• Coordinate with production, QA, and regulatory teams

2. Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Prepare demand forecasts based on historical data and market trends

• Optimize inventory levels to avoid stock-outs or overstocking

• Improve forecast accuracy using data analysis

3. Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Monitor inventory levels across warehouses

• Implement FIFO/FEFO practices (critical in pharma)

• Reduce inventory carrying cost and expiry losses

4. Vendor & Procurement Management

• Identify and develop reliable vendors

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms

• Ensure compliance with pharma regulatory standards

5. Logistics & Distribution

• Manage transportation and distribution network

• Ensure timely dispatch and delivery of products

• Optimize logistics cost and route planning

6. Compliance & Quality

• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and regulatory guidelines

• Maintain documentation and audit readiness

7. Data Analysis & Reporting (Advanced Excel)

• Use Advanced Excel tools such as:

  • Pivot Tables & Pivot Charts

  • VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP

  • Macros & VBA (preferred)

  • Power Query / Data Analysis

• Generate MIS reports, dashboards, and performance metrics

• Analyse supply chain KPIs (OTIF, inventory turnover, lead time)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Inventory turnover ratio

• Order fulfilment rate (OTIF)

• Forecast accuracy

• Reduction in stock expiry/wastage

• Cost optimization in logistics

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain / pharmacy / business administration

• MBA / PGDM in Supply Chain (preferred)

• It is a Full Time గిడ్డంగి / లాజిస్టిక్స్ job for candidates with 5 - 6+ years Experience.