We're looking for a Supply Chain Director to leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain operations across our client's global pharmaceutical network.
This role oversees strategic planning, procurement, warehousing, inventory management, logistics, and demand forecasting to ensure uninterrupted product flow and alignment with manufacturing and commercial objectives.
Reporting directly to the Group Technical Director, the Supply Chain Director manages cross-regional supply chain teams and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, cost efficiency, and service-level excellence. The role demands close coordination with internal departments, including quality, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs, while also managing external vendors and logistics providers to secure optimal delivery timelines and operational resilience.
This role is full time and onsite.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supply Chain Strategy and Network Design
- Develop and implement global supply chain strategies aligned with Organization's business objectives.
- Design and optimize the supply network to ensure efficiency, agility, and resilience.
- Lead supply chain digitalization initiatives and data-driven planning improvements.
- Assess and implement advanced technologies for inventory, warehousing, and logistics operations.
- Align supply chain operations with regulatory, environmental, and sustainability standards.
Procurement and Supplier Management
- Oversee strategic sourcing and vendor selection across all business units.
- Establish and maintain supplier performance metrics and risk assessments.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives while ensuring supply quality and compliance.
- Negotiate high-value contracts and long-term agreements with global suppliers.
- Promote supplier innovation through strategic partnerships and joint value creation.
Inventory and Warehouse Operations
- Set inventory policies and safety stock levels to ensure service continuity.
- Optimize warehouse footprint and layout for regional distribution hubs.
- Implement automated inventory control systems and real-time tracking.
- Monitor stock rotation, aging, and wastage across all sites.
Logistics and Distribution
- Develop and oversee end-to-end logistics operations and freight planning.
- Establish key KPIs for delivery lead time, accuracy, and cost per shipment.
- Manage 3PL partnerships and international trade compliance
- Ensure cold chain integrity and timely delivery of pharmaceutical products.
- Lead crisis response plans for supply chain disruptions.
Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Lead a global team of supply chain professionals with clear KPIs and development plans.
- Collaborate with sites, contract manufacturing, quality, regulatory and business teams to align priorities.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Support talent development and succession planning across supply chain functions.
- Represent supply chain in executive leadership forums and strategic reviews.
Stakeholder Engagement and Governance
- Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain and internal stakeholders including manufacturing, finance, quality, and commercial teams.
- Align supply chain strategies with executive leadership expectations and cross-functional objectives.
- Represent supply chain interests in board-level discussions, audits, and corporate reviews.
- Engage external stakeholders such as regulators, strategic suppliers, and logistics partners to ensure compliance and collaboration.
- Lead governance processes, ensuring all supply chain activities adhere to internal controls, ethics, and reporting standards.
Your consultant
Molka Hachouch is an Executive Search Consultant with robust experience in the Life Sciences sector across MENA region. She has honed an unparalleled expertise in Pharma, Biotech, Medical devices, and Healthcare recruitment. Her core competencies lie in bridging the gap between talented professionals and leading companies. Molka is driven by her personal goal to empower organizations with top-tier talent, bringing a diverse range of perspectives and experiences that enhances collective success.