TITLE:
Operations & Compliance Lead, EU
Reports To: Head of Global Logistics and Operations & Compliance EU
Location: UK – Slough
Direct Reports: 0
Salary Range: £60-70k dependent on skills and experience
Indivior is a global pharmaceutical company working to help change patients' lives by developing medicines to treat substance use disorders (SUD). Our vision is that all patients around the world will have access to evidence-based treatment for the chronic conditions and co-occurring disorders of SUD. Indivior is dedicated to transforming SUD from a global human crisis to a recognized and treated chronic disease.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Operations & Compliance Lead, EU is a key position within Indivior supporting Supply Chain operations focusing on compliance, network sustainability, agility and resilience. The role is responsible for overseeing, supporting and managing supply chain and logistics strategy and operations in order to maximise process efficiency, compliance, sustainability and productivity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Design, develop and implement the operations function, combining existing activities with new strategic focus areas.
* Manage Indivior's own inventory across the network, ensure all documentation is in place and any additional requirements specific to cold chain/narcotics are met.
* Manage a Third Party network across Europe.
* Responsible for cost management and financial performance of the European network via the budgeting process. Monitoring and acting on any deviations as required.
* Ensure the structures, processes and procedures are in place to execute the effective flow of goods and services from supplier to customer.
* Evaluate internal and external operations and the extended supply chain to maximise the efficiency of all trade routes and drive agility.
* Drive positive Supplier Relationship Management and assessing capabilities.
* Provide cross functional support, guidance and coaching in operational activities to ensure the needs of the patient are met.
* Ensure performance is visible and transparent, driving the use of relevant metrics and monitoring.
* Driving compliance through the supply chain in areas including, but not limited to, inventory, deviations, CAPAs and change controls.
* Establish and deliver the partner performance review program and oversee all partner activities including service, cost, compliance and associated projects via agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
* Actively work on Business Continuity Planning (BCP) activities; collaborating with insurer and risk adviser. Ensure robust BCP in place with suppliers to protect business and comply with FM Global standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduate
Experience: Minimum 5 – 10 years of experience in a relevant supply chain or function.
* GxP & Pharmaceutical Experience essential.
* Demonstrable leadership and self-motivation experience essential.
* Ability to demonstrate a strong compliance mindset and deviation management.
* Proactive key stakeholder management.
* Proven experience of navigating complex supply chains.
* Demonstrable track record of achieving results.
* Any previous project management exposure would be a benefit.
* SAP experience would be beneficial, but ERP experience is essential.
* Knowledge of narcotics and regulatory Pharma business processes.
* You will possess first class communication and presentation skills, with the ability to foster strong relationships with both internal and external contacts.
* Proven record of continuous improvement within the supply chain and on cross functional projects.
* Proven record in leading and developing teams.
* Fluent in English.
* Educated to Degree level.
Travel: Occasional domestic and international.
COMPETENCIES/CONDUCT:
* Strong communication skills.
* Able to effectively influence senior management and functions to drive change and improvement.
* Strong ability to review & see beyond the detail of the numbers and identify issues and opportunities in the business.
* Displays a high sense of urgency.
* Flexibility in thinking and pragmatic problem-solving skills.
* Desire to achieve and succeed in a fast-moving environment.
* Strong analytical skills – including commercial, financial acumen and budget management.
* Ability to work collaboratively across many different stakeholders and functional silos.
* Flexible to travel as required.
* Tenacity and robustness.
* The business language in Indivior is English.
* A self-motivated and highly flexible individual who is able to manage multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
* Knowledge in Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Good Manufacturing (GMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP) and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) as relevant.
* Knowledge in narcotic controls within a supply chain.
* Knowledge in sub-contracting requirements (GMP, GDP and GCP activities, as relevant).
* Knowledge in Quality Management Systems.
* Knowledge in GMP, GDP and GCP purchasing requirements.
BENEFITS:
* 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
* Flexible working; core hours are 10am-3pm, and we offer up to 2 days working from home/week for office based roles, as well as a flexible Friday programme, subject to completion of contractual hours.
* Paid Volunteer Time Off.
* 10% company pension.
* EAP service including Legal, Health and Wellbeing support.
* Optional Health Insurance with BUPA.
* Company Death in Service and Payment Protection Insurance.
* 3 Celebratory days.
* Access to platform for discounts on such as gym membership, shopping, holidays.
COMPLIANCE OBLIGATIONS:
Indivior is committed to maintaining a workplace where employees are committed to compliance and feel comfortable raising concerns about potential violations of policies or unethical behaviour. As part of your responsibilities, you are expected to:
* Always act with honesty and integrity.
* Risk IQ: Know what policies apply to your role and function and adhere to them.
* Speak Up: If you see something, say something.
The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are considered essential but are not limited to only those outlined. The employee may perform other functions that may be assigned. Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of this position at any time.
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