Supply Chain Manager, Denmark

Job description

Job Description

Supply Chain Manager, Novartis, Denmark

Job Summary:
Do you want to work for a Global Pharmaceutical company where you will be recognized for your contribution and commitment? Look no further, apply today for Supply Chain Manager.

Job Purpose:
The purpose of the Supply Chain Manager role is to manage the supply chain for Pharma finished products including maintenance of high customer service levels, management of inventory, and management of related supply chain costs.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure high standards of customer satisfaction and customer service levels.
• Operate effective distribution channel partners to ensure products reach the end-users in a compliant and effective manner.
• Ensure products (including Narcotics) are stored, handled and distributed according to Novartis and local GDP standards by following local and Global policies and by meeting local regulatory requirements.
• Manage narcotics: Follow the Danish law on this product type, follow internal procedures for this product type, do monthly and quarterly stock reconciliations and prepare and send the yearly Narcotic report to the DKMA.
• Manage supply chain related costs, ensuring best practices are followed and competitive rates and productivity are maintained. To plan and manage costs following Company guidelines.
• Manage inventories, ensuring best practices are followed and appropriate trade-offs are made in setting safety stock levels.
• Plan and manage inventories following Company guidelines.
• Develop and maintain processes in the CPO for effective supply chain management. This will include S&OP, demand planning, supply planning, collaborative planning, order fulfillment, launch / change processes.
• Ensure processes are appropriately documented, followed and periodically reviewed.
• Apply and align supply parameter policies within the CPO based on Company and local policies.
• Communicate supply chain performance, tactics, strategy, objectives, targets and initiatives effectively within the organization to ensure the motivation and alignment of supply chain management and other functions in the achievement of Company and functional objectives.
• Monitor and control trend, report and benchmark key performance measures.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key CPO management.
• Support CPO in the development of the business and protection of the Company´s assets and reputation.
• Share best practices across the Nordic Supply Chain teams and in local supply chain community.
• Adopt proven practices and technologies developed elsewhere in organization.
• Maintain active network within organization across functions and divisions
• Monitor competitor and distribution channel business activity in the countries; anticipate threats and opportunities

About Novartis:
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to address the evolving needs of patients worldwide. In Novartis Group we focus on three areas – innovative medicines (Pharmaceuticals & Oncology), eye care (Alcon) and generics (Sandoz). We have offices in all four Nordic countries and we are approximately 900 associates.

Our mission is to discover new ways to improve and extend people's lives. Our vision is to be a trusted leader in changing the practice of medicine. Corporate responsibility is central to how we run our business. We focus our CR work in two key areas: expanding access to healthcare and doing business responsibly.

As a global healthcare leader, Novartis has one of the most exciting product pipelines in the industry today. A pipeline of innovative medicines brought to life by diverse, talented, performance driven people. All of which makes us one of the most rewarding employers in our field.

Diversity and Inclusion
Each of us is different. At Novartis, we aspire to move beyond stereotypes, assumptions and bias to bring these differences together every day. To operate successfully as a global organization, it is essential that our people reflect the rich cultural, ethnic and gender diversity of our markets. Diversity of our workforce enhances customer insight and our ability to meet the needs of patients and other stakeholders. Retaining the most qualified talent adds value to our company, our customers, our employees, our shareholders, our suppliers and the communities in which we live and work.

Culture and Values
Novartis has a clear mission, focused strategy and strong culture, all of which we expect will support the creation of value over the long term for our company, our shareholders and society. We recognize that our business depends on the creativity, dedication and performance of our associates. We encourage associates to focus on achievement through collaboration and innovation. Our values help guide the choices people make every day, and they define our culture and help us execute the Novartis strategy in line with our mission and vision.

Our values and behaviors are:
Innovation - by experimenting and delivering solutions
Quality - by taking pride in doing ordinary things extraordinarily well
Collaboration - by championing high performing teams with diversity and inclusion
Performance - by prioritizing and making things happen with urgency
Courage - by speaking up, giving and receiving feedback
Integrity - by advocating and applying high ethical standards every day

Benefits of Working for Novartis:
• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Scheme for employees on all levels
• Pension & Insurance Scheme
• “Be Healthy” initiatives to promote associate health and prevent future health issues
• Flexible working hours and possibility to work from home

‘I came for the job, I stay for the culture’

Desired profile

Minimum requirements

The ideal candidate will have:
• Bachelor or Master of Science in Engineering, Global Logistics or Supply Chain Management
• Fluent English, Danish is preferred
• Deep knowledge and strong understanding of Supply Chain Management, W&D settings and Customer Service
• 2-4 years of experience at similar position
• Preferred SAP experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office package, especially Excel
• Great Interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Proactivity and great time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work in matrix organization

Novartis are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

We kindly ask you to apply with an English version of your CV and if shortlisted you can expect a call from an international number.