Manager - Supply Chain

<p><strong>Job Title: </strong> Supply Chain Manager </p><p><strong>Location: </strong> Ambernath, India </p><p><strong>Job Type: </strong> Full Time </p><p><strong>Reporting: </strong> Site Director </p><p><strong>About PolyPeptide Group: </strong> </p><p>PolyPeptide Group AG and its consolidated subsidiaries (“PolyPeptide”) is a specialized Contract Development &amp; Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for peptide- and oligonucleotide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients. By supporting its customers mainly in pharma and biotech, it contributes to the health of millions of patients across the world. PolyPeptide serves a fast-growing market, offering products and services from pre-clinical to commercial stages. Its broad portfolio reflects the opportunities in drug therapies across areas and with a large exposure to metabolic diseases, including GLP-1. Dating back to 1952, PolyPeptide today runs a global network of six GMP-certified facilities in Europe, the U.S. and India. PolyPeptide’s shares (SIX: PPGN) are listed on SIX Swiss Exchange. </p><p><strong>OUR VALUES </strong> </p><p>Trust: We build and maintain trust in all our relationships – both with each other and with our customers. We support each other and work as a team. </p><p>Innovation: We are curious and driven by finding smart solutions to the challenges we face. </p><p>Excellence: We always strive to deliver high quality and adapt to meet the needs of our customers. </p><p><strong>Position Overview </strong> </p><p>The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing all supply chain activities at the API manufacturing site within a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). This role ensures reliable and efficient planning, purchasing, inventory management, and logistics to meet customer demand while complying with GMP and regulatory requirements. </p><p>The position operates in a multi-product, multi-client environment, requiring strong coordination across functions and high responsiveness to customer needs. </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities </strong> </p><p><strong>1. Production Planning </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Develop and manage production plans aligned with customer demand, contracts, and capacity constraints </p> </li><li><p>Coordinate with Manufacturing, QA, QC, and Engineering to ensure feasible and compliant schedules </p> </li><li><p>Optimize plant utilization while balancing lead times, batch sizes, and campaign strategies </p> </li><li><p>Manage S&amp;OP process at plant level </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>2. Customer Supply Management on commercial products and generics </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Act as the main point of contact for customer order fulfillment and supply commitments </p> </li><li><p>Ensure high OTIF (On-Time In-Full) performance </p> </li><li><p>Manage order prioritization, lead times, and delivery commitments </p> </li><li><p>Communicate proactively on risks, delays, and recovery plans </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>3. Purchasing </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Oversee purchasing of raw materials, solvents, and packaging materials through ERP systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance </p> </li><li><p>Ensure continuity of supply for critical GMP materials </p> </li><li><p>Maintain supplier master data and drive system-based performance tracking </p> </li><li><p>Collaborate with global/category procurement teams </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>4. Inventory Management </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Monitor and control inventory using ERP tools, ensuring real-time accuracy and traceability </p> </li><li><p>Optimize stock levels across raw materials, WIP, intermediates, and finished APIs </p> </li><li><p>Monitor shelf life, batch status, and obsolete stock </p> </li><li><p>Optimize working capital and inventory turns </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>5. Logistics &amp; Distribution </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Oversee inbound/outbound logistics executed and tracked via ERP systems </p> </li><li><p>Ensure compliance with GDP, customs, and international shipping regulations </p> </li><li><p>Manage transport planning, import/export documentation, and delivery execution </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>6. ERP &amp; Data Management </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Ensure effective use of ERP systems for planning, purchasing, inventory, and order management </p> </li><li><p>Maintain high-quality master data </p> </li><li><p>Ensure data accuracy and traceability across all supply chain processes </p> </li><li><p>Support system improvements and digitalization initiatives </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>6. Cross-Functional Coordination </strong> </p><p>Collaborate closely with: </p><ul><li><p>Production / Operations </p> </li><li><p>Quality Assurance &amp; Quality Control </p> </li><li><p>Regulatory Affairs </p> </li><li><p>Project Management (for new products / tech transfers) </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>7. Compliance &amp; Risk Management </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Ensure supply chain activities comply with GMP, EHS, and regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA) </p> </li><li><p>Maintain audit readiness (internal, customer, regulatory inspections) </p> </li><li><p>Identify and mitigate risks (e.g., supply shortages, capacity constraints, deviations) </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>8. Continuous Improvement </strong> </p><p>Drive initiatives to improve: </p><ul><li><p>Planning accuracy </p> </li><li><p>Service levels </p> </li><li><p>Inventory optimization </p> </li><li><p>Cost efficiency </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>9. Team Leadership </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Lead and develop planning, purchasing, and logistics teams </p> </li><li><p>Define KPIs and monitor performance </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>Qualifications &amp; Experience </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Master’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Chemistry, or Business </p> </li><li><p>10+ years’ experience in supply chain in pharma, API, CDMO, or chemical industry </p> </li><li><p>Strong knowledge of API manufacturing processes </p> </li><li><p>Strong knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements </p> </li><li><p>Strong hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) </p> </li><li><p>Experience in S&amp;OP, planning and complex production environments </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>Key Competencies </strong> </p><ul><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills </p> </li><li><p>Data-driven mindset (ERP-based decision-making) </p> </li><li><p>Ability to manage complexity in a multi-product / multi-client CDMO environment </p> </li><li><p>Excellent cross-functional stakeholder management and communication </p> </li><li><p>Leadership and team development </p> </li> </ul><p><strong>Why Join Us at PolyPeptide Group: </strong> </p><p>PolyPeptide Group offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of peptide-based therapeutics, a rapidly growing and innovative segment of the pharmaceutical industry. As a key member of PolyPeptide team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a company that is dedicated to the success of its clients and the advancement of peptide science. Join us and be part of a global organization that is shaping the future of life-saving therapies. </p>