Assistant Manager Supply Chain

An Assistant Manager - Supply Chain position is available in Karachi, specifically for candidates with experience in the pharmaceutical industry. The role involves managing the entire procurement process for raw materials to ensure uninterrupted production and inventory availability. The ideal candidate will work closely with multiple departments to maintain smooth procurement operations while adhering to regulatory and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end-to-end procurement activities for raw materials, including APIs, excipients, herbal extracts, vitamins, minerals, flavors, and packaging materials.
- Ensure timely availability of materials to prevent production delays and stock shortages.
- Float RFQs, obtain quotations, conduct commercial evaluations, and finalize supplier selections.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and delivery schedules with vendors.
- Prepare comparative statements and procurement recommendations for decision-making.
- Coordinate with planning, warehouse, QA, production, finance, regulatory, and R&D teams to ensure compliance and smooth procurement flow.
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment based on consumption trends and forecasts.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers, evaluating their performance based on quality, price, delivery, and service.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, SOPs, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Track market trends, raw material pricing, and supply risks to support strategic sourcing decisions.
- Manage import-related procurement activities for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical raw materials where applicable.
- Ensure all materials comply with required documentation such as COA, MSDS, DMF, GMP, and other relevant certifications.
- Maintain proper procurement documentation, contracts, and records.
- Support cost-saving initiatives and identify alternative sourcing opportunities.
- Resolve supply-related issues, quality concerns, and urgent procurement requirements promptly.
- Utilize SAP for purchase order processing, vendor management, and procurement reporting.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field.
- More than 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain management within the pharmaceutical industry.

This role is ideal for professionals who have a strong understanding of pharmaceutical raw material procurement and regulatory compliance. Candidates should be adept at multi-department coordination and vendor management, with a focus on cost efficiency and quality assurance.