Specialist - Life Cycle Implementation
Location
Andhra Pradesh | India
Job description
About the Role
Location – Hyderabad #LI Hybrid
About the Role:
Support the NTO GOC – Lifecycle Implementation team in the leading and managing implementation product lifecycle projects such launch, transfer, change, divestment and pruning etc. in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) & Regulatory requirements while creating value for the stakeholders across Novartis divisions across geographies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage implementation of assigned product lifecycle projects / brands as per the relevant SOPs, business matrix and SLA timelines.
• Delivers and maintains a detailed Change Over Plan (COP) for LC projects regarding implementation dates, according to the overall strategic project/ program plan
• Works with a broad variety of partners: Actively seek alignment with the experts from different functions (e.g. Supply Support Team (SST) members, CPO DRA, CPO demand planning, site tactical/ operational schedulers, Master Data Governance, Demand Management Center, other Supply Chain functions) and is in close collaboration with Project Lead / Life Cycle Manager.
• Is responsible for the up-to-date assortment at SKU level of the assigned brands and Plans and implements changeover activities with all involved functions and proactively addresses/resolves or advances potential issues through the Project Lead or project team
• Plans and executes changeover activities with all involved functions and proactively addresses/resolves or escalates potential issues through the Project Lead or project team
• Proactively report all deviations through timely critical issues and be Subject Matter Expert in the assigned area of work
• Lead data collection and reporting of critical metrics and lead and Handle continuous improvement initiatives
Diversity & Inclusion / EEO
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Role Requirements
Essential Requirements:
• Minimum 2 years in the field of supply chain management.
• Hands on to pharma operations and material planning, ability to breakdown operational activities to aid creation operation plans
• Ability to evaluate the changes and design setup for life cycle event. Proficient with all the aspects of pharma supply chain. Understanding of various SAP transaction
• Hands on to MM, PIR, SL, BOM & CMA, MRP, PO, SO etc.
• Good understanding of sophisticated concepts like Warehousing, Distribution and Strategies for optimization
• Experience in project management, leading multi-functional global teams. Good understanding of pharmaceutical supply chain processes and Lean philosophy
Desirable Requirements:
• University degree in science (chemistry, pharmacy or chemical engineering), and/or business administration.
• Minimum 5 + years, including at least 3+ years’ experience in various pharmaceutical functions e.g. supply chain management / production and/or technical development and User experience of Change Control & ERP system (e.g. SAP)
Why Novartis:
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