Sanford, NC On-site Employment $154,400 to $171,600

Kyowa Kirin is hiring a Sr. Manager, Supply Chain

About the Role

Leads supply chain planning and execution, ensuring product availability while optimizing inventory and distribution efficiency across international markets.

Responsibilities

  • Direct supply chain operations including procurement, warehousing, and transportation
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce costs
  • Coordinate with global suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
  • Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to prevent shortages or overstock
  • Lead cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with business goals
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across regions
  • Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers
  • Oversee the implementation of supply chain technologies and systems
  • Evaluate risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation plans
  • Support new product launches with supply chain readiness
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and distribution
  • Collaborate with quality and regulatory teams on compliance matters
  • Lead supply chain audits and prepare for inspections
  • Develop performance metrics and report on key indicators
  • Ensure alignment between manufacturing schedules and supply availability
  • Manage import/export documentation and customs compliance
  • Coordinate with finance on budgeting and cost analysis
  • Lead vendor qualification and performance evaluation
  • Support sustainability initiatives within the supply chain
  • Ensure business continuity through contingency planning
  • Train and mentor team members on supply chain best practices
  • Facilitate communication between internal departments and external partners
  • Implement global supply chain policies and procedures
  • Lead root cause analysis for supply disruptions
  • Drive digital transformation in supply chain operations

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with required on-site presence

Team

Part of the global supply chain leadership team reporting to the regional director

About the Department

The supply chain division ensures seamless flow of pharmaceutical products from manufacturing to distribution, maintaining compliance and efficiency across global markets.

Growth Opportunities

Opportunities for advancement within the global supply chain network, including strategic leadership roles and international assignments.

Available for qualified candidates

About company
Kyowa Kirin
Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.
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