Supervisor, Supply Chain & Logistics

About the role

Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. is seeking a candidate with in-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical supply chain process, exceptional analytical skills, and strong business acumen. The Supply Chain Supervisor will use interpersonal and problem-solving skills to gather information from different departments and recommend ways of improving the supply chain. This position reports directly to the Sr. Director of Supply Chain & Logistics and offers the opportunity to be part of a professional, customer-focused pharmaceutical company.

Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc. is a globally integrated generic pharmaceutical company focused on providing high service, quality, and affordable products. Our US leadership has over 60 years of experience in the generic market, and our parent company, Zydus Cadila, is the 4th largest pharmaceutical company in India with a 50+ year history in manufacturing and development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain long-term demand forecasts for existing and new products across Zydus affiliates/CMO using the ERP system, coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with CMO partners for current and upcoming new product launches.
• Prepare and provide data to support bid management by balancing inventory on hand, demand, and lead time to optimize inventory levels.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Trade Operations to develop accurate demand forecasts, ensuring volume assumptions are aligned and agreed upon across all business units.
• Prepare inventory expiry reports, inventory-versus-demand reports, and RSP files to support supply planning and business decision-making.
• Provide data-driven insights and actively participate in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, including supply review meetings.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly forecast variance reports to monitor forecast accuracy and identify improvement opportunities.
• Create purchase orders for finished goods (FG), raw materials (RM), consumables, and departmental services, addressing internal and external stakeholder queries during the approval process.
• Process Goods Receipt Notes (GRNs) and supplier invoices, coordinating with the Finance team to ensure timely supplier payments.
• Prepare documentation required for new product launches, including HDA sheets, GTIN assignments, and product setup documentation.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential supply shortages through timely communication, inventory build coordination, and appropriate escalation.
• Perform data analysis and prepare ad hoc reports, presenting insights clearly to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and maintain effective communication across departments to support business objectives.
• Ensure all responsibilities are performed in compliance with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business Administration, Management, or a related business major.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, inventory management, procurement, or supply planning, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership role.
• Experience working in pharmaceutical, medical devices, or other regulated industries is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to utilize ERP information and interpret results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with short timelines.
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with SAP tools is an added advantage.

Work Environment

• Office-based position located in Pennington, NJ.
• Frequently required to sit and/or stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.
• Vision ability requirements include clarity of vision at 20 inches or less due to computer work.
• Moderate noise (e.g., background noise from computers, phones, printers, and light hallway traffic).
• Constantly required to use hands and fingers to operate office machines and equipment.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Pay

$130,000 - $150,000