【800～1100万円】サプライチェーン担当者

【求人No NJB2332422】
Overall Purpose of the Role
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing end to end supply chain operations for the local market ensuring compliance with Japanese regulations and GDP standards. This standalone role involves pre launch preparation post launch operational management and continuous process improvements to support commercial objectives and subsequent product launches. The position requires close collaboration with the Japan commercial team and Global HQ to ensure seamless product availability and distribution.

Key Responsibilities and Working Relationships
Geographical Responsibility
・ Local: The role focuses on supply chain operations within Japan ensuring alignment with local regulations and market needs.
Management Responsibility
・ Standalone Role: This position does not have direct reports but requires independent management of supply chain processes and vendor relationships.
Responsibilities
1. Pre launch Preparation:
・ Establish supply chain processes in compliance with Japanese regulations and GDP.
・ Coordinate with global teams to ensure product availability importation packaging and distribution readiness.
・ Set up vendor relationships with local 3PLs wholesalers and distributors.
2. Post launch Operations:
・ Oversee demand and supply planning inventory management and order fulfillment.
・ Act as the primary contact between the Japan commercial team and Global HQ for supply chain related issues.
・ Monitor KPIs and ensure compliance with GDP and internal quality standards.
3. Continuous Improvement and New Launches:
・ Drive process optimization and risk mitigation strategies.
・ Prepare for and support subsequent product launches.
・ Collaborate with Quality Regulatory and Finance teams to ensure smooth operations.

Working Relationships
・ Internal Stakeholders:
・ Collaborate with the Japan commercial team Quality Regulatory and Finance departments.
・ Liaise with global teams to align supply chain processes and address operational issues.
・ External Stakeholders:
・ Manage vendor relationships with local 3PLs wholesalers and distributors.

Role Specific Competencies
Professional Competencies
1. Strong knowledge of supply chain operations including demand planning inventory management logistics and distribution.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools （Excel PowerPoint Word）.
3. Business level English proficiency （written and spoken） for communication with global teams.
4. Fluent Japanese with strong communication skills.

Level of Education
・ Bachelor’s Degree: A degree in any field is required. A degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field is considered a plus.
Required Experience
1. Minimum 3 years of relevant supply chain management experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
2. Strong understanding of GDP （Good Distribution Practice） regulations.
3. SAP system experience is a plus.