Summary

- Manage Supply Chain Management.
- Provide appropriate Demand Forecast and Inventory analysis to support business growth
- Responsible for developing, maintaining, and providing SCM process compliance
- Internal control and implement system for effective SCM operation Responsible overall

About the Role

Major accountabilities:

• Lead the Sales & Business Planning (S&BP) process, including demand forecasting, inventory planning, and business outlook reviews.
• Drive forecasting accuracy through lifecycle management activities such as product launches, divestments, pricing changes, reimbursement updates, and market dynamics assessment.
• Develop and execute demand and supply planning strategies to ensure product availability and business continuity.
• Monitor inventory performance, optimize stock levels, and proactively identify and mitigate supply risks, stock shortages, and obsolescence.
• Collaborate with global, regional, and local stakeholders to ensure reliable supply and effective lifecycle management.
• Manage material master data, planning parameters, and inventory records to support operational excellence.
• Oversee import, customs clearance, and trade compliance activities to ensure timely and compliant product distribution.
• Track and improve Supply Chain KPIs, including forecast accuracy, inventory levels, launch readiness, and write-off performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and supply chain projects to enhance processes, efficiency, and service levels.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and external partners to support business objectives and regional supply chain strategies.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, international trade, industrial engineering, or related field
• CPIM qualification preferred

Functional Experience:

• At least 5~7 years' experience in supply chain management
• Professional skills in supply & demand planning, Customs, and Import procedure
• S&OP experience is preferred
• Communication within the organization and across Global/Regional Supply Chain
• Good working knowledge of SAP and MS Office
• Excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Presentation, etc)
• Process oriented and data driven decision making
• Good negotiation and communication skills
• Structured and well organized with analytical skills
• Result oriented, willingness to change, innovative and proactive

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in Supply Chain in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare industry
• Project management (Material Master, Process improvement, etc)
• Good knowledge and experience of SAP

Languages:

• English
• Korean

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