Summary Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about Dechra Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide. Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of over 2500 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, ( D )edication, ( E )njoyment, ( C )ourage, ( H )onesty, ( R )elationships and ( A )mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business. The Opportunity The Manufacturing and Supply Chain division is implementing Oracle Cloud applications across its internal manufacturing sites. This is a key project in the digital transformation of the end to end processes across the division and the outcome will be to harmonize best practice across the global business with increased efficiency, compliance and productivity. The Supply Chain GPO will ensure that the relevant supply chain elements, processes and controls within the ERP system deliver the business requirements in line with the compliance requirements for reporting. This includes the establishment, review, audit and rollout of processes and procedures required across DPM&S entity in an effective manner. Main Responsibilities So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including: Complete a full knowledge transfer of the supply chain Oracle Cloud solution design including global and site procurement and commercial order management. Responsible for defining, documenting and agreeing all processes and operating procedures in the procurement and customer ordering business area, based on improvement and best practice, to be applicable to all DPM locations worldwide. Act as subject matter expert for the supply chain business area during the deployment of the ERP system, leading and contributing to all project phases from requirements definition through to live operations. Lead the implementation of process changes that support effective solutions, including a comprehensive impact assessment across all sites and divisions. Be responsible for the system and user acceptance testing, data cleansing and migration and end user training. Continual evaluation and appraisal of the solution with regular validation and implementation of new releases. Accountable for ensuring successful implementation of standard global processes, evaluating end-to-end performance and affecting necessary design or execution adjustments. Own the relevant Supply Chain process streams training material and support the Training manager with the delivery of the material. Deliver the global level standard operation procedures (SOPs) and support the manufacturing sites with the roll out of their local based SOPs. Manage the stakeholders in the supply chain and commercial area across the business to drive adoption of the new processes and the Oracle Cloud solution Monitor the Supply Chain stream's performance indicators to analyse non-compliance with overall delivery and quality performance metrics. Ideal Candidate Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We're particularly keen to hear from those who have/are: Knowledge of working in global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows. Excellent attention to detail, planning and analytical skills Confident and effective communicator (verbal and written) Knowledge of best practice in programme, project and change management. Ability to manage own workload, meet deadlines and remain focused with long term deliverables. Understand Dechra as a business, stakeholders, culture and overall processes. Extensive knowledge and experience across all operational areas of the Supply Chain function. In depth understanding of supply chain processes Familiar with standard planning and procurement setup and principles. A track record of continuous professional and management development to personal skillset Ability to interact cross-functionally and communicate collaboratively in a complex environment Creative and innovative Desirable: Ability to ensure remote teams remain on track to achieving tight deadlines and key milestones Familiar with Pharmaceutical industry language. Awareness of the global pharmaceutical regulatory landscape. Additional Details: Regular UK & Global travel is required with this role