Senior Manager, Supply Chain International Distribution

The International Distribution team is a crucial part of the International Fulfillment team within Global Supply Chain and Strategy. This team is responsible for managing and executing end-to-end logistics processes from distribution centers to the final delivery location. As the Senior Manager of International Distribution, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and compliant distribution of products across EU, International, and Shared Markets. You will lead a dedicated team to maintain seamless operations aligned with GDP guidelines, guaranteeing that our product supply chain meets customer needs without interruption. The successful candidate will possess strategic thinking, a deep understanding of logistics, and the ability to ensure the continuous supply of products to patients through effective management of Distribution Centers across multiple regions, while maintaining transparency and alignment with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

Accountabilities

• Leading and managing the distribution team and activities within Alexion across EU, International, and Shared Markets against GDP guidelines while ensuring uninterrupted product supply to customers.
• Developing and strengthening relationships with global logistics partners, while managing key performance indicators through our Strategic Logistics Partner framework.
• Steering the strategic roadmap for Global Logistics, collaborating closely with Global Supply Chain & Strategy (GSC&S) to deliver innovative and compliant distribution solutions for patients.
• Optimizing the structure and operations of the Distribution network to improve efficiency, agility, resilience, and sustainability.
• Being accountable for launch readiness with Global Logistics Providers to ensure adherence to the Alexion launch plan.
• Continuously improving and standardizing Global Logistics processes, leveraging digital tools to drive efficiency and compliance with regulations.
• Supporting RFQs, reviewing and selecting processes for Logistics partners, setting appropriate operating procedures and key performance targets in partnership with Network Strategy.
• Proactively adapting to changes in business conditions to ensure the external supplier model remains effective and efficient.
• Leading budget preparation for International Distribution and ensuring adherence to short- and long-term financial plans.
• Providing subject matter expertise for any Distribution-related inspections/audits.
• Participating in implementing risk management strategies and identifying opportunities to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce operational costs.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Demonstrated people management experience and proven knowledge of Logistics & Distribution.
• Excellent knowledge of GxP & regulatory issues as they relate to pharmaceutical supply chain.
• Past experience in leading third-party performance including the effective leadership of expectations and communications across a broad stakeholder base.
• Strong leadership, presentation, and communication skills with proven ability to influence at executive level.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to effectively lead and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Experience working with multiple teams to support business needs.
• Ability to assist with projects involving multiple teams and across different regions.
• Computer literate, with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Fluency in English both written and oral is essential; fluency in other languages is desirable.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• 5 years’ working in Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Logistics or Operations role within an international environment.
• Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain/Logistics, or related field preferable.

At Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, we embrace an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. With a rapidly expanding portfolio, we foster an energizing culture where people build connections to explore new ideas that profoundly impact patients' lives. We value diversity and inclusion, ensuring life-changing ideas can come from everywhere. Our passion drives us to innovate continuously, creating meaningful value in all we do. Here, your career is not just a path but a journey to making a difference where it truly counts.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.