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[PGS] Sr.Manager, External Supply Operations Lead

Japan - Japan Field💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-24 → 2026-09-26

Core

Oversees Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and partners in Japan, managing business relations, operations, performance, and full P&L responsibility for external supply of drug products.

Role type

Senior Manager, External Supply Operations Lead

Builds

Drug products, APIs, raw materials, and components for global markets

Domain

Pharmaceutical manufacturing, Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), Emerging Markets & China

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing supply)

Required skills

Pharmaceutical operations management, P&L management, contract negotiation, supply chain planning, quality compliance (cGMP), cost reduction strategy, new product introduction, project leadership, stakeholder management, Japanese language proficiency, English language proficiency

Preferred skills

MBA, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) knowledge, supply chain discipline expertise, advanced negotiation skills, adaptability in complex project environments, AI tool usage (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot)

Technologies

cGMP, Operational Excellence tools, AI tools (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot)

Responsibilities

Manage global stakeholders and CMO performance; lead Virtual Site Operations Teams; execute manufacturing and supply plans; drive cost reduction programs; ensure regulatory compliance and quality; lead new product introduction and transfer programs; manage business continuity and sustainability initiatives.

Seniority

Senior Manager, strategic oversight and execution

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