Supply Chain Director

Director, Supply & Demand Chain Vacancy (Pharma)

• Location: Hertfordshire, UK
• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary: Competitive

Join a UK-based global manufacturing pharmaceutical operation as the Director of Supply & Demand Chain. This senior leadership role oversees a multidisciplinary supply chain organisation, ensuring operational excellence and agility in meeting global market demands. The Director will lead strategic projects and maintain compliance with legislative, quality, and fiscal requirements across global markets.

• Lead supply chain managers, logistics, warehouse operations, supply chain systems, and demand forecasting teams.
• Ensure factory demand aligns with stock policies and supply cadence.
• Sponsor and drive key projects related to business systems like SAP, Serialisation, and Planning.
• Provide strategic oversight of key suppliers, including importation, distribution logistics, and contract manufacturing organisations (CMOs).
• Ensure logistics to affiliates and country warehouses adhere to GDP standards and appropriate INCOTERMS.
• Serve as the principal liaison between UK Production Operations and Commercial business units across EMEA, Asia, and the Global South.

• Leadership experience in managing multidisciplinary teams within supply chain contexts.
• Expertise in warehouse management, global supply chain strategy, demand planning, logistics, serialisation, and ERP systems (preferably SAP).
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and vendor management skills.
• Solid understanding of GDP/GxP compliance, intercompany transactions, and risk mitigation.
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindset.
• Senior supply chain experience in pharmaceuticals or life sciences.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership within a globally recognised company.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment focused on innovation and efficiency.

Apply now if interestedQ