Supply Chain Manager (Fixed Term / 12 Months)

Job description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. The Position At Roche Pharma Finland, we are looking for a Local Supply Chain Responsible (Supply Chain Manager) who will be responsible for ensuring the seamless flow of medicinal products to the local market while maintaining strict compliance with GMP/GDP regulations. The role acts as a key bridge between global supply chain, local product Quality and external logistics partner. 1. Quality & Compliance (GMP/GDP) Quality Management: Maintain and update local SOPs and Work Instructions related to supply chain in collaboration with the Customer Logistics Manager (CLM). Ensure all operations comply with Good Documentation Practices (GDocP). Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all medicinal products are received from and shipped to authorized suppliers and customers. Recalls & Tracing: Manage lot tracing requests and support the local Quality in recall operations if needed. 2. Operational Supply Chain & Inventory Management Demand Planning: Manage sales forecasts and monitor demand, inventory levels and back-orders to secure product availability and prevent stock-outs. Inventory Control: Manage inventory according to FEFO (First Expired, First Out) principles. Collaborate with the local Quality and Regulatory on artwork introductions and change management. Monitor products nearing expiry and ensure timely withdrawal from saleable stock. Perform and document yearly stock counts; investigate any irregularities. Returns & Scrap: Handle customer returns and manage the overall destruction process in collaboration with the Customer Logistics Manager (CLM). Sampling: Coordinate the management and distribution of marketing samples with the 4PL in compliance with local regulations. Statutory Obligations: Manage mandatory stockpiling obligations. Represent Supply Chain at the Business Continuity Management (BCM) yearly assessments. 3. Master Data & Financials in collaboration with Customer Logistics Manager (CLM) Data Integrity: Maintain and update Material Master Data in collaboration with the Global Master Data Operations Team (ERP), Product Supply Chain Owner (PSCO), Regulatory Affairs and 4PL partners. Reporting: Responsible for Supply Chain related tasks in the Monthly Closing process. 4. Stakeholder & 4PL Management 4PL Oversight: Manage daily operations and monitor the performance of the 4PL warehouse. Collaboration: Organize quarterly business reviews with 4PL (Tamro) QUALIFICATIONS Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance or a related field. Experience: Professional experience in local, regional or global Supply Chain/Finance within the pharmaceutical industry. Language: Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in Finnish is a plus. Technical Knowledge: Understanding of EU GMP/GDP requirements and applicable local regulation. Competencies: High ethical standards and business integrity. Excellent communication skills with the ability to maintain open dialogue across all levels of the organization. Analytical mindset for demand forecasting and inventory optimization. Please submit your application and CV in English. Who we are A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact. Let’s build a healthier future, together. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.