Sr Manager, Supply Chain

West Pharmaceutical Services•Kinston, NC

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About The Position

In this role, the Sr. Manager, Supply Chain, will be responsible for the efficient coordination and management of all procurement, warehousing, and planning for the Kinston, NC location. Sr. Manager, Supply Chain will develop the supply chain management strategy and build the processes which will guarantee the efficient movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-progress inventory, and all finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Must have extensive prior supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Must have at least 5 year of experience in a manager or senior manager level role
Must have a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience within Supply Chain
Must have extensive experience with capital expenditure and project related work
Must be able to communicate effectively with others (both verbally and in writing)
Must be able to effectively use SAP, MS Project, and MS Office programs such Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must possess good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Able to comply with the company's safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company's quality policy at all times.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Prefer effective organizational, troubleshooting, problem solving and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of the principles of electricity, electronics, mechanical and plant operating systems
Must be able to read blueprints & schematic drawings; knowledge of such items as plant systems and related equipment/utilities appropriate to this role.
Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target

Responsibilities

Define and implement comprehensive strategies for all aspects of the Kinston site to reduce costs, mitigate risk, improve quality, shorten lead times and reduce inventories.
Provide exceptional leadership to the Supply Chain team.
Create structure, develop personnel, give direction, integrate/leverage global capabilities, and hold team members accountable
Collaborate with Management, Engineering and Operations to improve Product Lifecycle Management. Spearhead initiatives to introduce products on time, on budget and in full.
Challenge existing suppliers and seek out future potential supply partners.
Continuously develop/enhance supply chain productivity and operational processes. Implement industry's best practices for forecasting, sourcing, risk mitigation, inventory and vendor management.
Support the GMP efforts in the plant as they relate to the facility.
Ensure that established policies, rules and regulations, and procedures are followed.
Serve as a member of the site leadership team and participate in the decision-making process.
Other duties as assigned