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Associate Director, Supply Chain Security

Apply remote type Hybrid locations SGP - Singapore - Singapore (MYP Centre WeWork) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date : February 28, 2025 (7 days left to apply) job requisition id R303072

Job Description

Associate Director, Supply Chain Security

Based in Singapore , the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).

Reporting to the Director, Global Security – Supply Chain Integrity, the Associate Director, Supply Chain Security is responsible for leading the China / Japan / Asia-Pacific Region implementation and execution of strategic and tactical operations intended to ensure the end-to-end efficient and secure movement of COMPANY products and materials, provide effective supply chain security risk management, and promote engagement and awareness of associated security matters.

The focus of this work is on protecting patient safety through securing the supply chain against illicit actions, product diversion, theft, terrorism, and unauthorized activities that threaten product integrity including compromises of confidential and proprietary supply chain information.

Primary Responsibilities

Leading the Regional execution of COMPANY’s global Supply Chain Security Strategy, including tactical operations designed to protect COMPANY’s supply chain from threats and acts of theft, product diversion, tampering, terrorism, illicit activities, and unauthorized access via effective security measures, analysis, expert consultation, and investigations leading to meaningful root cause determinations, corrective actions, compliance, and law enforcement outcomes. Following are the areas of focus :

Security Risk Management

Implement and manage regional execution of a proactive Supply Chain Security strategy focused on incident prevention through intelligence-based risk mitigation
Manage regional execution of a security risk assessment regime to proactively and periodically monitor and measure internal operations and external business partner security performance against established criteria
Manage regional execution of initiatives to identify and enhance protection of supply chain operations and products categorized as “high value”
Measure and report supply chain security performance in collaboration with designated Regional Security leads
Study and assess implementation of technology and innovative solutions to mitigate supply chain security risk
Manage and / or support matrixed cross functional response to Supply Chain Security events
Coordinate and / or support matrixed Regional Security personnel in investigations for supply chain security matters
Manage and / or support matrixed supply chain risk intelligence gathering and monitor efforts of emerging threats to global supply chain security as well as related country / region specific regulations
Manage the flow of communications related to Regional supply chain security and disseminate relevant information within Global Security and the Company

Policy and Standards

Support the development and manage execution of supply chain security policies and minimum standards

Manage regional execution and compliance with established government trade security programs such as CTPAT, AEO, PIP, and similar country-based initiatives in which COMPANY participates

Develop and maintain regional proactive supply chain security guidance and subject matter material to communicate established policies, standards, and best practices

Engagement and Awareness

Cultivate and maintain relationships that support internal and external engagement and awareness for supply chain security matters at COMPANY

Serve as Regional point of contact for Global Security to the COMPANY Controlled Substance Compliance program, providing Security support to Compliance initiatives associated with the manufacturing and distribution of Scheduled Medicines and Controlled Substances.

Foster and maintain internal cross-functional relationships in support of Procurement, Manufacturing, Distribution & Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Finance, and Insurance & Risk, IT and other functions as needed

Support the development and delivery of global Supply Chain Security training materials and proactive awareness information as needed

Participate in and liaise with professional associations specializing in pharmaceutical crime, supply chain security, and security risk management

Maintain a network of knowledgeable and influential persons in government, law enforcement, security, intelligence, and internal functions to serve as resources, collaborators and partners related to supply chain security matters

Serve as the cross-functional single point of contact for matters related to Supply Chain Security within the Region and externally as needed

Ensure communication and oversight of key milestones and deliverables to support supply chain security strategic efforts

People Management

Develop and maintain oversight of contract business partner resources in support of the Supply Chain Security strategic and tactical needs

Financial Management

Manage operational expenditures to align with Corporate and Regional business activities and requirements providing strong financial stewardship assuring spend is focused on supporting the mission and does not exceed approved authorized levels

Domestic and international travel is required

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

Minimum Bachelor’s degree

Minimum 5 years’ professional security experience preferably within the pharmaceutical industry

General understanding of pharmaceutical operations and related supply chains including regulatory security requirements and security plans

Understanding of supply chain operations, logistics, warehousing, distribution, all modes of transportation, and freight forwarding

Experienced leading and conducting investigations including supporting and generating case reports for criminal and civil enforcement actions

Knowledge of physical security principles and security risk assessment methodologies

Working understanding of industry best and recommended supply chain security practices

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient use of MS Office software and presentation tools

Demonstrated experience interacting with and preparing briefing materials and reports for senior COMPANY management and government officials as necessary

Must be innovative and work independently with an aggressive workload in a high performing environment

Ability to work in a matrixed environment with exceptional levels of collaboration, clarity and honesty in dealing with peers, team members and all others in a flat and nimble organization

Ability to champion new ideas or positions to meet key goals and initiatives

Strong commitment to patient safety and compliance requirements

Must possess and demonstrate strong leadership, communication and analytical skills.

Understanding of risk intelligence and security risk management methodologies

Skills / Knowledge Preferred

Professional security certification (i.e. CPP, CFE, etc.)

What we look for …

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here, you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us—and start making your impact today.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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