Summary: Location: Brazil Hybrid About The Role: About the Role: - Supply Chain Optimization: Implement enhancement projects to increase warehouse and distribution efficiency, reducing costs and improving service levels. - Supplier Management: Collaborate with third-party logistics providers and transportation companies to ensure compliance with service agreements and operational standards. - Data Analysis: Utilize SAP and other analytical tools to monitor key performance metrics, identify trends, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement. - Financial Governance: Support and execute financial control and governance within the W&D area, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and financial policies. - Project Leadership: Participate in projects focused on savings initiatives and operational enhancements, ensuring alignment with corporate goals. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, production, and quality assurance teams to streamline processes and ensure alignment across the supply chain. - Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on performance metrics, project progress, and improvement recommendations to senior management. Key Performance Indicators: - Cost Savings: Measure the impact of implemented projects on overall logistics and distribution costs. - Financial Compliance: Assess adherence to financial governance standards and budgetary controls within the W&D area. - Supplier Performance: Evaluate third-party supplier performance against key service level agreements (SLAs). - Project Milestones: Track the successful completion of project deliverables within set timelines and budgets. - Data Accuracy: Ensure the accuracy of 3PL data inputs in reporting tools. Minimum Requirements: - Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus. - Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in warehouse and distribution operations, preferably in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector. - Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel skills; familiarity with data analysis tools and methodologies. - Financial Knowledge: Experience with financial governance and budget management within operations. - Project Management: Demonstrated experience managing projects with cross-functional teams. - Language Skills: Fluent in English - Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Division Operations Business Unit Innovative Medicines Location Brazil Site Santo Amaro Company / Legal Entity BR03 (FCRS = BR003) NOVARTIS BIOCIENCIAS S.A Functional Area Technical Operations Job Type Full time Employment Type Regular Shift Work No