Supervisor, Supply Chain

Supervisor, Supply Chain

Location : Olive Branch, United States, Mississippi, 38654

Company : Teva Pharmaceuticals

The opportunity

The position is responsible for supervising and coordinating all activities of workers associated with pharmaceutical distribution operations within the Distribution Center. This includes receiving, put-away, replenishment, picking, packing and shipping. This role facilitates the distribution of Anda products to our customers in a timely and efficient manner while properly managing their subordinates to ensure full customer satisfaction with the distribution operation. The Supv Distribution interacts with the Managers and / or Supervisors of all other departments related to distribution activities. These departments include Sales, Finance, Customer service, and Human Resources. Additionally, this position interacts with freight carriers and supply vendors.

How you'll spend your day

Essential Areas of Responsibility :

All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position by any incumbents with reasonable accommodation if necessary. Any non-essential functions are assumed to be included in other related duties or assignments.

Oversees inbound and outbound activities and subordinates to ensure accuracy, completeness and condition of shipments

Reviews shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping schedules

Reviews and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of subordinates

Addresses Customer Service and Sales departments issues related to the outbound operations

Creates and / or compiles composite reports of details related to outbound operations from system data, systems generated reports, and individual reports of subordinates

Any other related duties as required

Your experience and qualifications

Any equivalent combination of education, training and / or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

Education / Certification / Experience :

High School Diploma or equivalent required

3+ years of supervisory / management experience in distribution center operations in large-scale distribution environment or 2+ years of supervisory / management experience in a pharmaceutical distribution environment or related healthcare / perishable product field; or equivalent combination of experience that gives the individual the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to do the job

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Communicates clearly in written or verbal form

Maximize effectiveness of supervising activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records of outgoing shipments due to a high level of understanding of the distribution center process flow

Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Proficient in problem-solving processes

Understands and applies project management skills

Has excellent performance observation skills

Understands and applies job tools / aids techniques to training initiatives

Effectively interfaces with senior management and subject matter experts

Effectively mentors junior team members

Ability to learn and understand the pharmaceutical distribution industry, related regulations, and the operational implications

Must have the ability to be trained and certified to operate industrial fork-trucks and other material handling equipment

Travel Requirements

On demand working hours related to product launches, physical inventories or any other special projects

Physical Requirements :

Regularly required to walk and stand

Regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds

Frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds

Occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally required to climb, stoop, or kneel

Visual Acuity :

Perform activities such as computer work, preparing and analyzing data, and extensive reading

Working Environment

May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed on site visits (i.e. safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.)

Enjoy a more rewarding choice

We offer a competitive benefits package, including :

Comprehensive Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls

Retirement Savings : 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan

Time Off : Paid Time Off including vacation, sick / safe time, caretaker time and holidays

Life and Disability Protection : Company paid Life and Disability insurance

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment