Strategic NPI Manager
The primary purpose of this role is to plan, coordinate and follow up all activities related to global new product introductions. This includes working with multiple manufacturing locations, which can be both internal and external.
Key Responsibilities:
* Initiation: Analyze sourcing options and assess supply chain risks, Coordinate with Global Commercial Development & Network Strategy, Facilitate cost/capacity/volume analysis and planning.
* Planning: Develop project plans in sync with EPM timelines, Co-Development milestones, capital project progress, Identify critical path and manage to achieve soonest launch post-approval, Coordinate Master data set-up and flex routing, Form launch team(s) and facilitate NPI reviews.
* Execution: Provide monthly updates for S&OP, Develop launch plans in consultation with market teams, GCD and Commercial leadership, Assess opportunities for timeline acceleration/mitigation, Plan API/ABI & FG requirements and procurement of critical packaging components.
* Closure: Manage the resolution of issues across the supply chain, Establish continuity of supply and hand over to PSPM for routine replenishment planning, Periodic demand review and sales monitoring, Prepare for new market launches/geo-expansion and evaluate post approval changes.
Requirements:
* Graduate degree in engineering, scientific or health related field of study
* Relevant advanced degree or training/certificate in supply chain or logistics preferred
* >10 years of experience in supply chain management, 5 years in pharma/animal health industry
* Experience in New Product Introduction and/or Lifecycle Management preferred
* Strong influencing skills, Cross business collaborative skills, Basic knowledge of business processes including planning, capacity and supply planning, and life-cycle management
The preferred location for this role is Parsippany NJ (US) or Dublin (IRE). However, this position may be located at any GMS location within the US or EU.