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Job Location drjobs

Indianapolis, IN - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 138600 - 257400

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description Summary

At Novartis we are pioneering the future of cancer treatment through Radioligand Therapy (RLT) - a powerful fusion of nuclear medicine and precision oncology. As we expand our global RLT manufacturing footprint we are seeking passionate purpose-driven individuals to join our mission of delivering life-changing therapies to patients around the world.

The Supply Chain Head is accountable for overall ownership of the sites Supply Chain operations ensuring that processes and systems are executed consistently and improved to operate at effective and efficient levels. This role enables seamless operations with a focus on inventory management procurement resource planning and delivery to achieve operational excellence.

The Supply Chain Head is responsible for the detailed scheduling and coordination of resources required to meet production demands for therapeutic commercial products and clinical studies. This involves planning and managing time people materials and equipment to ensure production requirements are met. The role includes oversight of product delivery to customers with a focus on maintaining a balanced and optimized inventory to sustain operations without interruptions while achieving short-term operational excellence.

The position ensures a reliable supply of materials is available on time to meet production schedules while maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support uninterrupted operations. The Supply Chain Head is responsible for managing inventory to ensure an optimal cash flow and oversees shipping and receiving processes for materials and finished products.

This role also includes responsibility for establishing and managing the procurement process for both direct and indirect materials and services ensuring compliance with company policies and standards. By driving efficient and compliant procurement operations the Supply Chain Head ensures the sites supply chain functions remain aligned with overall business objectives.



Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure robust site supply chain processes from procurement through delivery.
  • Lead demand and production planning including capacity and scheduling oversight.
  • Optimize inventory levels and logistics platforms to meet service and cost targets.
  • Oversee shipping/receiving internal/external warehousing and material movement.
  • Manage vendor contracts in collaboration with Global Procurement.
  • Maintain budgetary controls across procurement and logistics functions.
  • Lead develop and inspire a diverse high-performing team (510 direct reports).
  • Build team capabilities in supply chain OpEx and GMP operations.
  • Support succession planning onboarding and technical training.
  • Lead develop and inspire a diverse high-performing team (510 direct reports).
  • Build team capabilities in supply chain OpEx and GMP operations.
  • Support succession planning onboarding and technical training.

Essential Requirements:

  • Bachelors Degree in Degree in Business Supply Chain or Engineering. MBA is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a leadership role within supply chain management or operations preferably in a similar capacity.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Nuclear Medicine industry including industry-specific supply chain challenges regulatory requirements and operational standards.
  • Proven experience in driving Operational Excellence initiatives including implementing systems and processes that enhance efficiency quality and cost optimization.
  • Extensive experience managing end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement inventory management production scheduling and logistics oversight.
  • Highly proficient in organizational skills with a strong orientation toward process management and project management to ensure seamless execution of supply chain activities.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrates unwavering personal ethics integrity and a strong sense of accountability for achieving organizational goals and driving the purpose of the team and business forward.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $ 138600 and $ 257400 per year; however while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/25 through 12/31/25 fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to geographical location experience level knowledge skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements including a sign-on bonus restricted stock units and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.



EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.



Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to or call 1 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.



Salary Range

$138600.00 - $257400.00



Skills Desired

Business Continuity Strategy Business Continuity Strategy Business Networking Business Scenario Analysis Change Control Cost Reduction Efficiency General Hse Knowledge Global Supply Chain Management Incentive Program Including Gdp Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Inventory Management Knowledge Of Gmp Lean Manufacturing Master Data Operations Order Fulfillment Planning Procurement Product Distribution Risk Management Sales Operations Six Sigma Supply Chain 3 more

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Employment Type

Full-Time

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