Manager Supply Chain

Company

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned supply chain professional to take a strategic leadership role in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. As the Supply Chain Planning Manager, you will be at the forefront of ensuring product availability by aligning market demand with manufacturing capabilities across internal and external sites. You’ll lead a team of planners, collaborate cross‑functionally, and drive continuous improvement in supply performance.

This role offers significant visibility and impact, with opportunities to influence executive-level planning, manage high-priority projects, and contribute to the successful launch and lifecycle management of products. Ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven organization.

• Direct activities of staff and manage projects with other cross‑functional teams at site
• Oversee weekly review meeting with manufacturing site; provide content for monthly Executive S&OP
• Provide POs and forecasts to contract manufacturers ensuring adequate supply
• Ensure material availability to meet Finished Goods Supply plan
• Track Demand vs Commit vs Supply on an ongoing basis
• Work with cross‑functional team to improve the gap between demand vs commit vs supply
• Perform material planning using electronic platforms, including SAP, MRP, APO
• Coordinate with Site CFT for release of materials as well as finished products
• Track non‑moving, slow‑moving inventory; coordinate with corporate team for disposition approvals
• Work with DEA team for quota applications of all list chemicals and controlled substances
• Work in Trackwise for generating/approving QMS records as required
• Issue process orders for manufacturing, in‑house packing, and CMO packing
• Partner with marketing and finance teams on activities such as sales forecast budgets
• Approve and/or create order quantities or purchase order push‑outs; reflow production schedules based on priority
• Work effectively with site CFT and drive business priorities
• Timely escalation to management on critical supply aspects
• Support the monthly Sales and Operations Planning
• Manage projects, including new product launches and life‑cycle changes, across functions and within supply chain to ensure timelines are realized
• Other duties as assigned by management
• KPIs include: improve sufficiency, reduce backorder, improve demand vs supply, reduce failure to supply, reduce SLOB (API/RM)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management;
  Master’s preferred
• 8+ years experience in a supply chain role, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry or 6+ years with Master’s
• 2+ years leading a team
• Familiarity with production planning, supply chain experience, and an understanding of generic pharmaceutical trade sales models preferred
• Proficient in Excel and other analysis/reporting tools; working knowledge of SAP
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and verbal/written communication skills
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes

• 2 Supply Planners

Base compensation pay range: $84,500 to $105,500, subject to factors such as location and experience. Eligible for the Annual Performance Bonus Plan and Long‑Term Incentive Plan. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; paid time off including vacation and sick time. Employment is at‑will and the company reserves the right to modify compensation at any time.

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.