Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Manager

A global pharmaceutical company is currently looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join their team on an 12-month temporary contract.As a Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable, compliant and cost-effective distribution of pharmaceutical products across Europe. Working closely with logistics providers, internal stakeholders and regional affiliates, you will drive supply chain performance, strengthen strategic partnerships and lead initiatives that enhance service, efficiency and compliance.Key

Responsibilities

• Ensure uninterrupted product supply while meeting agreed service levels and budget objectives.
• Manage and optimise European distribution networks with a strong focus on cold chain logistics and GDP compliance.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with third-party logistics providers and supply chain partners.
• Conduct regular business reviews, performance assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Lead issue resolution and escalation management to ensure operational excellence.
• Develop, implement, and maintain supply chain agreements and service level expectations.

Requirements

• Educated to degree level in Supply Chain or related field.
• Proven experience managing logistics suppliers and external service providers within a complex supply chain environment within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical distribution, warehousing, and cold chain operations.
• Demonstrated success driving process improvements and operational performance.
• Advanced analytical skills, including strong Excel capabilities.

Park Street People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this role.