Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Business Strategy & Planning
Collaborate with the Managing Director & General Manager to develop and implement short-term and long-term business plans.
Adapt the business plan to account for changes in client requirements, market conditions, and evolving technologies.
Monitor performance against strategic goals and adjust plans as necessary.
Budgeting & Financial Control
Manage and control the approved annual budget, finding opportunities to reduce operational costs and improve efficiency.
Track and report on the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) for the Ahmedabad facility.
Provide quarterly forecasts based on new business wins and ongoing studies.
Supply Chain Design & Client Engagement
Collaborate with Clinical Supplies, Operations, Procurement, and other teams to assess clinical protocols and design efficient supply chain solutions for clinical trials.
Provide data and technical input to support proposal development for new client projects.
Participate in client meetings, bid support, and teleconferences as needed to finalize logistics requirements.
Vendor & Procurement Management
Coordinate procurement functions, including vendor identification, QA audits, price negotiations, and contracts for domestic and international shipping services.
Ensure all vendors are on the approved vendor list and meet quality standards.
Collaborate in negotiating contracts with couriers and complete contracts based on project needs.
Operational Excellence & Quality Assurance
Ensure compliance with quality metrics, GMP standards, and company goals.
Lead investigations into internal non-conformances and support others in resolving quality issues.
Maintain a skilled and knowledgeable labor force to support supply chain operations.
Support the development, review, and implementation of departmental SOPs.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Review warehousing and distribution budgets for all ongoing studies and ensure sufficient financial approval.
Track study-specific budgets and provide monthly reports to the Finance department for revenue recognition and invoicing.
Regulatory & Compliance Support
Work closely with the regulatory team to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
Support the development of new business verticals and work on regulatory compliance for future initiatives.
