Supply Chain Manager

Orion Group Life Sciences are looking for a Supply Chain Manager for our Multinational Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology client based in Breda. Initial 12-month contract, with a high possibility of extension. This is a hybrid position, where you have to be at least 2 days per week onsite. What will you do As a Product Planner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless supply of our life-changing products to patients in 75 countries globally. You will manage supply plans for your products and production lines across, ensuring reliable and stable supply while navigating product launches, phase-outs, business trends, production capacity utilization, and component management. Your expertise will help control costs and cash impact while minimizing scrap exposure and maintaining target inventory levels. Main Responsibilities Be responsible for the planning activities of tactical and strategic horizon. Be responsible and ownership of products and line for the mis -and long term planning in Rapid Response. Communicate effectively with critical resource owners. Participate in weekly and monthly meetings e.g. IDP sto’s/ PLT’s/ GSCT’s/ During these meetings , tactical and strategic metrics and approaches will be discussed. Collaborate with Global teams; GNP, GSCL’s and give your feedback and advice on strategic decisions. Bring opportunities and risks to the table, with regards to variation management, scrap global initiatives and different strategies. Refers and follows established policies and procedures associates with the role. Proactively assess and manage inventory positions, aligning them with strategic targets. Drive towards a stable, efficient Supply Plan and address any deviations or constraints with root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Ensure timely completion of planning cycles and provide scenario analyses to support decision-making. Collaborate with supply sites to ensure the seamless flow of supply. Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Engineering. Proven experience (minimum 7 years) in end-to-end Supply Chain Planning and Operations, preferably in Pharmaceutical Industry, if not then medtech, food/beverages, or ingredients could be good as well. Knowledge and experience with SAP and Rapid Response is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to collaborate and build strong connections. Previous experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools (like Lean and Six Sigma). Pro-active attitude. Can-do mentality and mindset, taking things to the finish line with you as a leader. E2E supply chain mindset. High entrepreneurship, ownership. If you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity, please reach out to Tim Browaeys, [email protected] or contact Tim on 0044 7593448607 #opportunity #multinational #pharmaceutical #biotechnology #supplychain #manager #SAP #RapidResponse #productionplanning #lean #sixsigma People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.