WE PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF MEDICINE.

LEAPING FORWARD TO MAKE PEOPLE SMILE

At Kyowa Kirin International (KKI), our purpose is to make people smile. This means more than drug discovery and development; it is about embedding care into everything we do to make a difference every day for those that need it most. We’re an inclusive pharmaceutical company that takes time to understand what really matters to our patients, their families, and their healthcare professionals, helping our people to take bold actions that deliver life-changing solutions sooner. Our culture is rooted in our values: Teamwork, Commitment to Life, Innovation, and Integrity. They help us to push boundaries to deliver extraordinary impact and make KKI a brilliant place to work.

Job Purpose

Serve as a subject matter expert in supply chain analytics, providing expert guidance and support across the EMEA Supply Chain function. To provide advanced analytical expertise for end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring accurate forecasting, efficient inventory management, and data-driven decision-making. The role contributes to achieving optimal cost, quality, and compliance standards while supporting regional and global strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect, validate, and analyze supply chain data to support forecasting, inventory management, and process optimization.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor performance and identify trends, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.

Forecasting & Planning

• Enable and guide the planning teams to improve reporting, highlighting forecast variance and inventory impact.
• Develop and implement tools to monitor supply chain risks (supplier performance, lead times, disruptions) and identify root causes

Process Optimization

• Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements across all supply chain areas.
• Lead initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance automation.

Financial Oversight & Cost Management

• Track and monitor supply chain expenditure impacting expenses and COGS.
• Provide budgetary input and guidance.
• Identify and lead cost-saving initiatives and provide quantitative impact and initiative tracking.

Technology & Systems

• Utilize ERP and advanced analytics tools (e.g., D365, Power BI) for data integration and reporting.

Support digital transformation projects and system enhancements

Position Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Significant experience with a proven track record in supply chain analytics or planning.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI) and ERP systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance (GxP) and global supply chain best practices.
  
  Key Competencies specific to the role: 

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic mindset with operational execution awareness.
• Demonstrable capability to transform abstract ideas or concepts into practical, scalable solutions, tools.