Avet Pharma, a pharmaceutical company committed to providing affordable, accessible, and quality medicines, is inviting applications for the position of Supply Chain Manager at its East Brunswick, New Jersey location. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who have expertise in supply chain planning, inventory management, logistics coordination, and pharmaceutical operations.

The Supply Chain Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of pharmaceutical materials, products, and information across the supply chain. The selected candidate will work closely with manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and quality teams to maintain optimal inventory levels, support production schedules, and ensure timely customer deliveries.

Position Details

Company: Avet Pharma
Position: Supply Chain Manager
Location: East Brunswick, New Jersey, USA
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short-term and long-term supply plans.
• Manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
• Support Master Production Scheduling (MPS).
• Monitor inventory levels and prevent stock shortages.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments.
• Coordinate with third-party manufacturers and logistics providers.
• Generate KPIs and performance reports.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain ERP and forecasting systems.

Required Skills

• Supply Chain Planning
• Inventory Management
• Logistics Coordination
• MRP & MPS Management
• ERP Systems Knowledge
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Risk Management
• Pharmaceutical Regulatory Compliance
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management
• Continuous Improvement Techniques

Why Join Avet Pharma?

• Opportunity to work with a growing pharmaceutical company.
• Exposure to advanced supply chain and logistics operations.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities.
• Contribution to delivering quality medicines worldwide.

Technical FAQs

1. What is MRP in pharmaceutical supply chain management?

MRP (Material Requirements Planning) is a system used to calculate material requirements based on production schedules, inventory levels, and demand forecasts. It helps ensure that materials are available when needed.

2. What is the difference between MRP and MPS?

MPS (Master Production Schedule) determines what products need to be manufactured and when, while MRP calculates the materials required to execute that production plan.

3. Why is inventory management important in pharmaceuticals?

Proper inventory management prevents stockouts, reduces excess inventory costs, maintains product availability, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

4. What are GMP and GDP in pharmaceutical supply chains?

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) ensures products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards.
GDP (Good Distribution Practices) ensures medicines are stored, transported, and distributed under appropriate conditions.

5. What KPIs are commonly used in supply chain management?

Common KPIs include:

• Inventory Turnover Ratio
• On-Time Delivery Rate
• Order Fulfillment Rate
• Forecast Accuracy
• Stockout Percentage
• Supplier Performance Metrics

Note: Interested candidates can visit Avet Pharma’s careers page to learn more about the opportunity and submit their applications.