Key Accountabilities

1. Continuous Improvement Strategy & Governance

• Develop and deploy the Supply Chain Continuous Improvement strategy aligned with corporate and business objectives. 
• Establish governance framework, CI roadmap, and prioritization model across all supply chain functions (Planning, Procurement, Warehousing, Distribution). 
• Lead cross-functional CI steering committees and performance reviews. 

2. Process Optimization & Excellence

• Identify, design, and implement process improvements across the end-to-end supply chain. 
• Standardize best practices across business units and sites. 
• Ensure integration of Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation initiatives. 
• Drive simplification and elimination of non-value-added activities. 

3. Performance Management & Analytics

• Define and monitor supply chain KPIs (OTIF, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, service level, cost-to-serve). 
• Utilize advanced analytics to identify improvement opportunities and root causes. 
• Lead performance dashboards and reporting mechanisms at corporate level. 

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Finance, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment on improvement initiatives. 
• Act as a key interface between corporate and site supply chain teams. 
• Support alignment between global standards and local execution. 

5. Digital Transformation & Innovation

• Lead digital CI initiatives including automation, advanced planning systems, and data visibility tools. 
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance supply chain agility and resilience. 
• Collaborate with IT and digital teams on system enhancements. 

6. Capability Building & Culture Development

• Develop CI capabilities across supply chain teams through training, coaching, and certification programs (Lean / Six Sigma).  
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and performance excellence. 
• Identify and develop CI champions across functions. 

7. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all CI initiatives comply with pharmaceutical regulatory standards (GxP, GDP, etc.). 
• Integrate quality and compliance considerations into process improvements. 
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive improvement initiatives.