Supply Chain Coordinator, Global External Sourcing, AstraZeneca

Do you have expertise in, and passion for, Supply Chain? Do you identify yourself as a person that likes to build, maintain and develop customer relations? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!



At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines and strive to continuously meet the unmet needs of patients worldwide. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. If you are swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you're our kind of person!



We are now looking for Supply Chain Coordinators to join our team at Global External Sourcing (GES), AstraZeneca. Please note that this is temporary positions (12 months) and you can be based either in Södertälje, Sweden or Macclesfield, UK.



The Arena

Global External Sourcing (GES) is accountable for sourcing and supply of externally manufactured products into the AstraZeneca network. We are a Process Centric Organization with high focus on cross-functional team work. Together we partner with over 200 suppliers across 40 countries. We support AstraZeneca's Operations strategy by establishing supply chains and managing suppliers across the world.



The role

In this role, you will have the operational responsibility for supply from one or more suppliers and the associated customers. The work is executed in a global, high-paced environment, with strong focus on cross-functional collaboration. The nature of the role requires the ability to be flexible and constantly prioritize and make assessments on where time is best spent. You have the authority to make operational decisions with suppliers/customers that ensure the timely supply of product, whilst maximizing efficiencies for the business.



The key to success is communication, and a like to build, maintain and develop customer relations.



We within GES offer you professional development and the chance to work with other, outstanding, Supply Chain specialists.



Responsibilities

* Operationally Coordinate supply of products, in alignment with our customer's demand and agreed stock levels, following the process for the agreed supply method.
* Process customer orders, raising purchase orders to suppliers in line with contractual requirements and receipting stock on delivery from suppliers.
* Act as the primary point of contact with suppliers/customers regarding demand, supplier's ability to meet demand and day-to-day delivery plan.
* Responsible for accurately measuring and reporting key performance indicators.
* Lead and participate in Practical Problem Solving and Continuous Improvements teams.
* Ensure to deliver consistency with the GES supply management framework i.e. one way of working across the organization regardless of geographic location or portfolio.


Requirements:

* 2+ years in Supply Chain Environment (Manufacturing, Planning)
* Understanding of different supply methods (IRL, VMI/CMI, Flow, Kanban)
* Excellent communication and team working skills
* Fluent in spoken and written English
* Globally and culturally aware
* Comfortable in defining new processes and seeking to continuously improve existing processes
* Able to rapidly adapt to a constantly changing environment


Preferred Background

* Education requirements: A degree or equivalent in Business, Logistics, Sciences or Engineering is preferred, equivalent experience will be taken into account.
* Experience in participating in the S&OP process
* Commercial experience is a plus
* SAP ERP (MRP) knowledge



Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be.



Ready to join an exciting journey? Great, we can't wait to hear from you!



For more information about the position please contact Hiring Manager Kendra Puls at +447469400463



Welcome with your application, no later than 1st of March, 2021. Interviews may be held continuously during the application period.