Group Manager, Supply Chain Management - Japan
Core
Lead end-to-end supply chain planning, logistics operations, and external manufacturing for AbbVie's products in the Japan market.
Role type
Senior Group Manager, Supply Chain
Builds
Reliable, compliant, and cost-effective supply of pharmaceutical products to the Japan market
Domain
Pharmaceuticals / Life Sciences
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Supply chain planning, logistics operations, external manufacturing (CMO) management, inventory strategy, new product launch readiness, supplier management, GDP/GMP compliance, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Global pharmaceutical organization experience, S&OP processes, strategic thinking, project management (PMP), digital supply chain systems (SAP, Oracle)
Technologies
SAP, Oracle
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end supply planning for the Japan market; oversee import activities, customs clearance, and GDP-compliant warehousing; manage relationships with CMOs and external partners; lead supply chain project management for new product introductions; provide leadership and coaching for the supply chain team; optimize cost, service, and quality balance across the end-to-end supply chain
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management responsibilities