Otsuka
Overview
At Otsuka our mission is to create new products for better health worldwide. Our purpose is to defy limitation so that others can too.
In this exciting role, as a Manager within the OAPI supply chain team, you will achieve operational goals while working cross-functionally across various departments to support development, planning, and implementation of the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process. You will support execution of global sourcing strategies across various supplier categories related to Otsuka products. You will manage a complex portfolio of products with competing priorities that include balancing inventory, managing vendor / supplier relationships, and optimizing total delivered cost to meet finished goods demand with focus on delivering value to our patients, our suppliers, and to Otsuka. You will create and nurture an environment for proactive communications with cross functional collaborators to help ensure both internal and external customer demands are consistently met with no laps in supply and availability of products to our patients.
Additional facets of the role include coordinating purchase requisitions in the ERP system, monitoring supplier performance KPIs and reporting, coordinating, and aligning production and development efforts with program goals and communicating demand / forecast with key vendors / suppliers. Working closely with program / project manager, product development, new product introduction, technical operations, site quality and pharmaceutical development internal/external manufacturing teams.
Job Duties and Responsibilities Planning
Manage demand planning meetings with internal business partners (Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics, Channel Strategy, etc.) gathering total demand for assigned responsibilities.
Partner with internal teams to review and streamline the demand planning process.
Develop and manage product manufacturing and distribution plans for new products in the pipeline and for existing products to provide continuous supply, including international product.
Create and maintain replenishment plans for finished products in responsible territories and create replenishment orders to sites at the planning time fence.
Develop and implement safety stock with sufficient shelf-life in alignment with desired customer service levels to meet inventory objectives and targets.
Manage manufacturing plan communications with all internal and external parties.
Manage purchase order process and work with drug product plants and packaging CMOs to ensure the product plan is executed on time.
Coordinate communications with interdisciplinary teams (Vendors, Channel Strategy, Global Product Quality, Quality Control, Finance, Legal, Packaging, etc.) to monitor process and provide feedback.
Manage exceptions raised against existing replenishment plans and work with third party suppliers or site production planners to negotiate resolution and adjust plans to reflect changes in demand and supply to ensure adequate production to meet market demands.
Able to escalate supply issues and risks and implement corrective actions and mitigation strategies to maintain supply continuity.
Manage the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process that includes all internal key functional areas and allows sharing of performance and alignment on future actions.
Manage and communicate results to all levels of the organization.
Monthly reporting of supply chain metrics and partner with finance on month end close activities and J-SOX controls.
Manage inventory levels and tracking of stock movements, including completing inventory reconciliation.
Support ad hoc modelling of various supply scenarios with quick turn-around, high accuracy, vetted assumptions, and team supportability.
Engage with transportation and logistics, prepare/review release documentation with GPQ, manage invoice discrepancies, maintain relevant master data, and perform other activities as needed.
Distribution and Logistics
Address distribution issue escalations and manage resolutions with 3PL and/or internal teams.
Manage interfaces, transactions, and postings in the ERP system.
Manage 3PL processes for inventory, returns and claims, recall activities and reporting, and product destructions.
Manage inventory reporting and communicate with appropriate parties.
Manage pick/pack/ship processes with 3PL ensuring full- and on-time delivery to meet targeted customer service level.
Manage packing instructions for new routes, shipping configurations and/or transportation methods with packaging and quality teams.
Manage distribution state license submissions and renewals with Legal and processing of vendor.
Manage international and intercompany order and shipment processes with customers and 3PL including shipping forecast, communications, documentation, and issue resolution.
Manage serialization program at 3PL and collaborate with related internal and external parties to comply with DSCSA requirements.
Manage distribution budget process, service POs and invoices for 3PL and other vendors.
Together with the Finance team, manage expense allocations, budget forecast, accruals, and other related activities.
Vendor Management
Lead vendor/supplier relationships for Contract Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Packaging, Distribution & Logistics vendors within the defined tiers.
Manage service agreements, product launches, business review meetings, performance metrics and audits in collaboration with internal functions (Finance, Channel Strategy/Trade, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Technical Operations, Clinical, Quality, IT, Legal, etc.).
Proactively monitor supply chain and packaging risks, capture and report supplier performance data to the category manager.
Develop ways of working and controls to improve processes and system efficiency while meeting compliance requirements.
SOPs and Compliance
Manage supply chain SOPs and training curriculum to comply with GxP, company policies, and industry regulations.
Required
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
Years' Experience: 5-7
Technical Skills: Business Analytics, Project Management, ERP, MS 365 Suite
Power, Management, and Leadership Skills: Negotiation, Team Leadership, Networking
Communication Skills: Well Organized (thought, communication, work)
Cultural Experience: Dealing with ambiguity, curious mindset, adaptable, part of a multi-team approach
Ability to work/lead in a dynamic group that takes a multi-disciplined team approach to executing and achieving departmental and corporate goals
Industry Experience: Pharma, Med. Device, Food
Preferred
Certifications: APICS
Technical Skills: GMP, SAP S4 HANA
DEA experience
Competencies
Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Compensation
Minimum $104,640.00 - Maximum $156,400.00, plus incentive opportunity. The range represents typical pay for roles in the United States and may vary based on experience, skills, and internal benchmarks. Pay is typically positioned within the established range.
Application Deadline : This posting will remain posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
Company benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; basic life, accidental death & dismemberment; short-term and long-term disability; tuition reimbursement; student loan assistance; generous 401(k) match; flexible time off; paid holidays and paid leave programs; and other company benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; 10515-OTSUKA-careers
Disclaimer : This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to include every duty and responsibility. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities as needed.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Accommodation Request. Details may be found on the official career site.
Statement Regarding Job Recruiting Fraud Scams: Otsuka protects your personal information. Do not share financial information or make payments during the application process. Only use the official Otsuka Career website.
Otsuka will not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. For inquiries, contact the official Otsuka career channel.
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In this exciting role, as a Manager within the OAPI supply chain team, you will achieve operational goals while working cross-functionally across various departments to support development, planning, and implementation of the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process. You will support execution of global sourcing strategies across various supplier categories related to Otsuka products. You will manage a complex portfolio of products with competing priorities that include balancing inventory, managing vendor / supplier relationships, and optimizing total delivered cost to meet finished goods demand with focus on delivering value to our patients, our suppliers, and to Otsuka. You will create and nurture an environment for proactive communications with cross functional collaborators to help ensure both internal and external customer demands are consistently met with no laps in supply and availability of products to our patients.
Additional facets of the role include coordinating purchase requisitions in the ERP system, monitoring supplier performance KPIs and reporting, coordinating, and aligning production and development efforts with program goals and communicating demand / forecast with key vendors / suppliers. Working closely with program / project manager, product development, new product introduction, technical operations, site quality and pharmaceutical development internal/external manufacturing teams.
Job Duties and Responsibilities Planning
Manage demand planning meetings with internal business partners (Marketing, Finance, Business Analytics, Channel Strategy, etc.) gathering total demand for assigned responsibilities.
Partner with internal teams to review and streamline the demand planning process.
Develop and manage product manufacturing and distribution plans for new products in the pipeline and for existing products to provide continuous supply, including international product.
Create and maintain replenishment plans for finished products in responsible territories and create replenishment orders to sites at the planning time fence.
Develop and implement safety stock with sufficient shelf-life in alignment with desired customer service levels to meet inventory objectives and targets.
Manage manufacturing plan communications with all internal and external parties.
Manage purchase order process and work with drug product plants and packaging CMOs to ensure the product plan is executed on time.
Coordinate communications with interdisciplinary teams (Vendors, Channel Strategy, Global Product Quality, Quality Control, Finance, Legal, Packaging, etc.) to monitor process and provide feedback.
Manage exceptions raised against existing replenishment plans and work with third party suppliers or site production planners to negotiate resolution and adjust plans to reflect changes in demand and supply to ensure adequate production to meet market demands.
Able to escalate supply issues and risks and implement corrective actions and mitigation strategies to maintain supply continuity.
Manage the monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process that includes all internal key functional areas and allows sharing of performance and alignment on future actions.
Manage and communicate results to all levels of the organization.
Monthly reporting of supply chain metrics and partner with finance on month end close activities and J-SOX controls.
Manage inventory levels and tracking of stock movements, including completing inventory reconciliation.
Support ad hoc modelling of various supply scenarios with quick turn-around, high accuracy, vetted assumptions, and team supportability.
Engage with transportation and logistics, prepare/review release documentation with GPQ, manage invoice discrepancies, maintain relevant master data, and perform other activities as needed.
Distribution and Logistics
Address distribution issue escalations and manage resolutions with 3PL and/or internal teams.
Manage interfaces, transactions, and postings in the ERP system.
Manage 3PL processes for inventory, returns and claims, recall activities and reporting, and product destructions.
Manage inventory reporting and communicate with appropriate parties.
Manage pick/pack/ship processes with 3PL ensuring full- and on-time delivery to meet targeted customer service level.
Manage packing instructions for new routes, shipping configurations and/or transportation methods with packaging and quality teams.
Manage distribution state license submissions and renewals with Legal and processing of vendor.
Manage international and intercompany order and shipment processes with customers and 3PL including shipping forecast, communications, documentation, and issue resolution.
Manage serialization program at 3PL and collaborate with related internal and external parties to comply with DSCSA requirements.
Manage distribution budget process, service POs and invoices for 3PL and other vendors.
Together with the Finance team, manage expense allocations, budget forecast, accruals, and other related activities.
Vendor Management
Lead vendor/supplier relationships for Contract Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Packaging, Distribution & Logistics vendors within the defined tiers.
Manage service agreements, product launches, business review meetings, performance metrics and audits in collaboration with internal functions (Finance, Channel Strategy/Trade, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Technical Operations, Clinical, Quality, IT, Legal, etc.).
Proactively monitor supply chain and packaging risks, capture and report supplier performance data to the category manager.
Develop ways of working and controls to improve processes and system efficiency while meeting compliance requirements.
SOPs and Compliance
Manage supply chain SOPs and training curriculum to comply with GxP, company policies, and industry regulations.
Required
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
Years' Experience: 5-7
Technical Skills: Business Analytics, Project Management, ERP, MS 365 Suite
Power, Management, and Leadership Skills: Negotiation, Team Leadership, Networking
Communication Skills: Well Organized (thought, communication, work)
Cultural Experience: Dealing with ambiguity, curious mindset, adaptable, part of a multi-team approach
Ability to work/lead in a dynamic group that takes a multi-disciplined team approach to executing and achieving departmental and corporate goals
Industry Experience: Pharma, Med. Device, Food
Preferred
Certifications: APICS
Technical Skills: GMP, SAP S4 HANA
DEA experience
Competencies
Accountability for Results - Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.
Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.
Patient & Customer Centricity - Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.
Impactful Communication - Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.
Respectful Collaboration - Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.
Empowered Development - Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.
Compensation
Minimum $104,640.00 - Maximum $156,400.00, plus incentive opportunity. The range represents typical pay for roles in the United States and may vary based on experience, skills, and internal benchmarks. Pay is typically positioned within the established range.
Application Deadline : This posting will remain posted for a minimum of 5 business days.
Company benefits : Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; basic life, accidental death & dismemberment; short-term and long-term disability; tuition reimbursement; student loan assistance; generous 401(k) match; flexible time off; paid holidays and paid leave programs; and other company benefits.
Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; 10515-OTSUKA-careers
Disclaimer : This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to include every duty and responsibility. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities as needed.
Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Accommodation Request. Details may be found on the official career site.
Statement Regarding Job Recruiting Fraud Scams: Otsuka protects your personal information. Do not share financial information or make payments during the application process. Only use the official Otsuka Career website.
Otsuka will not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. For inquiries, contact the official Otsuka career channel.
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