Director, Distribution & Transportation Tech. Serv.

Company: Pfizer Belgium
Location: Columbus
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

OVERVIEWThe incumbent will directly support new product launches by developing and implementing end-to-end (E2E) Temperature Controlled Distribution and Transportation capabilitiesThey will partner with commercial, finance and other cross functional organization in developing go to market strategiesThey will be responsible for the governance and oversight of Temperature Controlled Distribution and Transportation strategies across various supply chains covering all commercialized productsThey will be responsible for leading multiple teams focused on temperature-controlled supply chain strategy and innovative services:Physical Supply Chain Visibility Design & PerformanceEngineering and Technology ServicesTemperature Controlled Center of Excellence (TCL COE)ROLE RESPONSIBILITIESCommercial Stakeholder Management : Intercompany Operations PMO for temperature control supply chain design and visibility strategy for new product introductions and post launch network changesOperational Alignment : Develop governance and oversight of Physical Supply Chain Visibility Control Tower development and linkages to operational execution of playbooks by IO suppliers and carriersPerformance Management: Leads Right First Time (RFT) performance management operations across all commercialized product portfolios with appropriate category, Quality, and ad hoc functional leadsProduct or Portfolio Support : Technical Lead for aligned temperature-controlled Distribution and Transportation commercial-facing strategies inclusive of change management and communication plans, Global Readiness Website & content developmentNetwork Support : Through the Center of Excellence collaborates closely with GSC Market and PGS site readiness across various product supply chainsStrategic Projects & ProgramsSupply Chain Visibility : Responsible for the strategic development and strategic oversight of the Intercompany Operations (IO) Supply Chain Transportation Visibility platform.Risk Management : Responsible for the development and maintenance of IO Quality & Risk Management Systems and associated GDP business processes for IO distribution and transportation capabilitiesTransport Qualification Program: project management, study strategies, regulatory filing authoring and strategy development for overall New Product Introduction.Center of Excellence : Responsible for the design and implementation of Center of Excellence strategies with all required stakeholders across Global Supply ChainQUALIFICATIONSMaster's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Packaging or related Engineering preferredBachelor's degree, 7-10 years experiences in Pharmaceutical Logistics, Thermal Engineering, Transportation or Supply Chain management in an international environment with experiences on temperature controlled/cold chain logistics and Transport Qualification.Experience working with mRNA vaccines and Gene Therapy products preferred3-5 years of experience working with regulatory bodiesKnowledge of a broad range of supply chain activities inclusive of commercial operations from product development through commercialization.In-depth knowledge of controlled temperature shipping components, systems, monitoring equipment, best practices, and governing regulationsIn depth understanding of the regulatory guidelines impacting the requirements for qualifying and utilizing temperature control shipping systemsStrong working knowledge of: import / export procedures, health regulatory requirements and other governmental agencies governing inbound and outbound trade, international air and ocean freight operations,Understand the concepts of product label claim and stability data and how to apply to the qualification processUnderstanding of processes used in development and qualification of controlled temperature shipping systemsEffective verbal and written communicationCan evaluate the latest technology advances and apply industry principles and applicationsCandidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.Technical functional skills :Can analyze operational process problems and provide support in determining appropriate corrective and preventative actionsDemonstrate knowledge through practical applicationA propensity to pursue goals with energy and persistenceWillingly share information and ideas with colleaguesCan articulate the issues and solutions to both the team and to senior managementMaintains clear communication with customers (internal and external) and monitors customer expectationsRelocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. 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