Provide strategic direction for risk, compliance, and traceability across the global supply chain.
Develop and lead a holistic risk management framework integrating geopolitical, operational, compliance, and cybersecurity risks.
Lead risk maturity assessments, stress testing, and the deployment of predictive analytics and AI/ML tools for early warning and real-time monitoring.
Advise executive leadership on emerging trends, risk metrics, and strategic recommendations.
Oversee the design, qualification, and continuous improvement of cold chain systems and packaging for temperature-sensitive products.
Drive innovation in cold chain technologies, including advanced monitoring systems, digital data analytics, and next-generation packaging solutions.
Ensure global compliance with GDP and other regulatory requirements (EU GDP, FDA, WHO, DSCSA, EU FMD, ANVISA, etc.).
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of serialization and traceability programs.
Build and manage a digital control tower for end-to-end product traceability, integrating data from manufacturing, packaging, logistics, and distribution.
Collaborate with Global Supply Chain functions to ensure alignment on the required risk, compliance and traceability processes as main client of the role.
Directly manage and develop a global team, focusing on talent development and program continuity.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, or related field.
Minimum 10-12 years of experience in pharmaceutical supply chain, with significant expertise in risk, security, traceability, cold chain and GDP compliance.
Proven leadership experience in a global, matrixed organization.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (EU GDP, FDA, WHO, etc.).
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Director, Supply Chain – Risk, Compliance & Traceability

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