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A global healthcare leader, Novartis has one of the most exciting product pipelines in the industry today. A pipeline of innovative medicines brought to life by diverse, talented and performance driven people. All of which makes them one of the most rewarding employers in their field.

Post: Assistant Manager - Third Party Manufacturing

To ensure manufacture of good quality products at Third Party Manufacturing units as per the agreed Production plan at the most optimum cost, and in 100% compliance with Novartis GMP requirements

Job Description:
* Product Supply & TPM Operating rhythm

Ensure timely supply of Product from TPMs to meet the Monthly dispatch requirement
Execute TPM operating rhythm to ensure hassle free operations
Ensure timely submission of reports from TPMs as part of the operating rhythm
Provide support to other functions like QA, R&D, Packaging Development and Direct Procurement.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings

* TPM Performance Management

Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to evaluate TPM Performance and drive KPI as a culture at TPMs.
Design and implement TPM performance evaluation model

* Product Costing and COGS Budgeting

Develop cost sheet for all products and benchmark with the best in the industry
Support COGS budgeting by co-coordinating with the other functions
Update the BOM of all products on timely basis

* New Product Development & Technology transfer to TPMs

Work closely with Innovations team, R&D, QA and TPMs for new product development
Engage in new TPM selection , screening and finalization
Technology transfer of products from R&D to commercial production stage

* Quality System Implementation

Focus on TPMs for improvement of Quality Systems in manufacturing
Support to QA & Compliance for audits of TPMs

* Corporate Citizenship

Liaison with TPMs to ensure compliance with Novartis CC guidelines
Ensure closure of CAPA of audit action points

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Key Performance Indicators

Monitor OTIF at TPM - Month on Month and week on Week
Inventory Management
Vendor Performance management scorecard
New product launches - timely availability of product as per agreed timelines
TPC – Third Party Cost
Better & Cheaper
Compliance audit Scores – Internal and External audits

Candidate Profile:
1. Educational qualification: Science Graduate, preferably B. Pharma. Post graduation will be added advantage.
2. Experience : 5-7 years relevant experience, preferably in a Pharma MNC
3. Key skills required in the candidate: Interpersonal skills, team spirit, communications skills, negotiations skills, leadership skills (managing TPMs),
4. Should be willing to travel anywhere in India

Additional Information:
Experience: 10-12 years
Location: Thane
Education: B.Pharm, B.Sc, M.Pharm, M.Sc, MBA
Industry Type: Pharma/ Biotech/Clinical Research
Functional Area: NCH
Division: Pharma
Job Type: Full Time
Employment Type: Permanent
Job ID: 127224BR