11 Oct
Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany
Bengaluru
Title: Program Manager – Supply ChainLocation: Bangalore – Electronic City Job Description: SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:The overall scope of this position is to manage and drive Supply Chain Projects and initiatives to support business, assist in realizing the Supply Chain vision and ensure best customer experience, through optimized processes. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:Support ISCO- SLS core (SCP&D;) in the required processes for US region ESSENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Drives the execution of digital strategy / transformational projects across SLS Supply Chain for Life ScienceOversee and support ongoing and new SLS Supply chain projects.Advance data driven decision making within the Supply Chain function.Effective communication and negotiation skills with a broad range of internal and external stakeholdersAt all times maintain a professional outlook and demonstrate respect, initiative and commitment towards your internal and external suppliers and customers and all Company Management and Staff.Liaise closely with all Company’s departments in seeking or forwarding information vital to satisfy internal customer needs.Liaise with other departments to gain the greatest insights for projects.Actively continue to develop personal skills either internally within the company or externally on approved divisional training courses.Develop objectives, strategies, and tactics to expand process efficiency.Communicate to Management any information that you feel may be relevant to the Company’s objectives and strategies. BASIC QUALIFICATION:BS degree in a scientific, technical, or managementAPICS Certification’s like CSCP, CPIM preferred.Black Belt or Green Belt and / or PMP Certification preferred. PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:Minimum of 5+ years of experience, preferably in a strategic or supply chain & distribution roleExperience with frequent visibility and interaction with senior level managersStrong understanding of biotech and pharmaceutical customer expectations of Life Science suppliers a plus ESSENTIAL & CRITICAL SKILLS:Understanding of supply chain planning software applications, ERP’s and Analytical ToolsExcellent communication skills and the ability to work with various disciplines within the business.Strong business acumen, analytical, problem solving, decision-making, influencing, Time management skills.We are an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity.
We want everyone to be able to bring their best self to work every day which is why equality and inclusion is at the forefront of all our activities. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, caste, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
▶️ Program Manager - Supply Chain
🖊️ Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany
📍 Bengaluru