Job Description
Our company is looking for a dynamic, hands on (“get it done”) team player that has broad operational knowledge and a drive to continuously seek improvement using the latest digital capabilities. To be successful in this role you will be fact and data science driven, using analytics to seek out and pursue/deliver value creation.
The Inventory Compliance Specialist is a member of the Inventory & Compliance Team and will be in charge for the oversight of Inventory compliance to ensure compliant Supply throughout the companies network of sites, markets and the various partners.
In this role you will drive, through analytics and data science, continuous improvement in terms of cost, process and system deploying digital capabilities where possible to create a competitive edge. The Inventory Compliance Specialist ensures adherence to Discard and Compliance processes and that our internal governance is set up in a way that drives value for the company portfolio and is responsible for Inventory Reconciliation, Inventory of Questionable Value (IQV) and Compliance related activities within the Planning organization.
Inventory Compliance Management
Execute the SOX Compliance controls of IQV and Inventory Reconciliation in EMEA Hub providing an analytical and supportive role for Planning Hub to ensure compliance.
Provide support to the main Distribution Centers in EMEA on discard processes and collaborate with End-to-end planners.
Provide support to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at risk mitigation in planning or reporting on risk inventory
Execute the transactional processes in SAP to support the inventory movements through trade plants in EMEA Region
Support requests for ad-hoc analytics to support senior management decision making.
Support coordination of SCM Planning Hub related SOX Audit preparations and drive the business to a state of Permanent Inspection Readiness.
Professional education and skills
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in a related business concentration (Supply Chain, or equivalent) required
APICS CPIM or CSCMP certification is an advantage
Internal Auditing and Compliance experience preferable
Lean Six Sigma certification, preferable advance certification
Change Management qualification is an advantage
Skills Required:
Minimum 3-year experience, preferably in pharmaceutical environment
Broad understanding and knowledge of applicable business processes.
Strong English communication skills written and verbally
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to communicate, collaborate and influence
Capable of influencing and working collaboratively with senior stakeholders
SAP and MS Office experience (with strong Excel skills) are preferred
Competencies required for the role:
Ability to think End-to-End when analyzing problems and resolving project conflicts
Willingness to be flexible and to work in a rapidly changing environment
Teamwork and collaborative focus.
To articulate complex thoughts and ideas accurately and clearly, being able to quickly detect and correct instances of miscommunication
Strong organizational abilities to drive operational excellence within the EMEA compliance team
To influence and design structures and processes in compliance team set up for optimal performance and efficiency
To act as a subject matter expert and resource to others on inventory compliance
To actively seek opportunities for improving department processes and increasing efficiency
To proactively recognize and overcome potential barriers that may hinder cross-boundary initiatives
To be able to self-manage and manage upwards effectively
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