Manager or Associate Principal, EMEA Life Science Strategy Supply & Operations Consulting

Manager / Associate Principal, EMEA Strategy Supply & Operations Consulting

Location:

Munich or Basel Solution Area:
Operations Consulting, Life Sciences Real World Commercial Solutions to Create a Healthier World

In RWCS we’re passionate about improving the life sciences ecosystem and making decisions that accelerate innovation for a healthier world. Every day our team develops evidence-based strategies that are used in published research, clinical guidelines, and market access decisions, to improve healthcare at every touchpoint. We design and deliver Commercial Analytics, supported by our world‑class proprietary data assets, solve complex client challenges through strategic consulting, and use leading edge market research techniques to support clients brand strategy, planning and measurement.

We’re purpose‑driven problem solvers, that do what we love to make a greater impact on human health.

IQVIA EMEA Strategy Consulting is expanding its Life Sciences Supply Chain & Operations practice to support pharmaceutical and biotech clients in Europe. We are looking for talented individuals to lead and deliver projects that extend our clinical and commercial consulting offerings into supply chain and operations. Both roles will be based in Germany or Switzerland with pan‑European responsibilities. Prior experience in Consulting dedicated to pharmaceutical/biotech supply chain is strongly preferred, and the focus will be on commercial supply chains (manufacturing and distribution for marketed products, rather than clinical trial logistics).

• Project Management: Manage end-to-end delivery of consulting projects in the supply chain/operations domain. Develop work plans, manage timelines and resources, and ensure high‑quality outputs. Coordinate closely with client teams to gather data, provide updates, and drive implementation of recommendations.
• Client Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders at the project level, building strong working relationships. Understand client’s operational pain points and objectives; translate them into project scopes and solutions. Present findings and status updates to client sponsors in a clear, confident manner.
• Subject Matter Contribution:
  • Supply Chain Analysis & Design: Conduct detailed analyses of clients’ supply chain performance (e.g. inventory levels, lead times, service levels). Identify bottlenecks or risks and propose improvements. For instance, analyze the end-to-end value chain to spot inefficiencies or cost drivers, and redesign processes to eliminate non‑value add activities (applying lean principles).
  • Manufacturing & Distribution Network Projects: Support manufacturing and distribution strategy engagements by running scenarios on network redesign (e.g. consolidating vs. expanding sites, make vs. buy, etc.). Evaluate the impact of changes on cost, capacity, resilience, and service levels.
  • Localization & Outsourcing Strategies: Assist in projects where clients consider localizing production or outsourcing. Perform supplier/Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) assessments, cost‑benefit analyses of local vs. offshore manufacturing, and develop risk mitigation plans (dual sourcing, safety stock, etc.).
  • Distribution & Logistics Optimization: Map out clients’ distribution networks and logistics flows. Identify opportunities to reduce lead times or logistics costs (e.g. optimizing warehouse locations or delivery routes). Propose solutions like route optimization, 3PL partner changes, or technology enhancements.
  • Advanced Therapy Supply Planning: Work on specialized projects for cell and gene therapies or other high‑value biologics. These often require designing bespoke supply chain workflows. Help develop scalable processes so clients can increase volume without compromising the personalized nature of these therapies.
  • S&OP Implementation: Lead work streams to establish or refine S&OP processes for clients. This includes defining forecasting methodologies, setting up cross‑functional S&OP meetings, and choosing supporting tools. Emphasize how S&OP creates cross‑functional alignment on forecasted demand…