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Supply Chain & Distribution Centre Director | Italy
Location
Italy Reporting to
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Team Size:
50 Employees Distribution Centre:
20,000 sqm National Distribution Hub Industry:
Global Pharmaceutical Company
Lead One of Italy's Most Critical Supply Chain Operations
Our client is a leading global pharmaceutical organisation whose products improve the lives of millions of patients worldwide.
We are seeking an exceptional
Supply Chain & Distribution Centre Director to lead the end-to-end supply chain function across Italy while overseeing a strategically important
20,000 sqm distribution centre operation . Reporting directly to the CFO, this role sits at the heart of the business and will play a critical part in ensuring operational excellence, service performance, compliance and future growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected international organisation where supply chain is recognised as a key driver of business success.
The Opportunity As Supply Chain & Distribution Centre Director, you will have full responsibility for the Italian supply chain network, encompassing planning, inventory management, customer fulfilment, logistics, warehousing and distribution centre operations.
You will lead a team of approximately 50 employees, driving performance, engagement and continuous improvement across all aspects of the operation.
Working closely with commercial, finance, quality, regulatory and global supply chain teams, you will ensure product availability,
optimise operational costs and deliver best-in-class customer service while maintaining the highest standards of compliance within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for Italy
Direct all activities within a 20,000 sqm distribution centre operation
Manage and develop a team of approximately 50 supply chain, warehouse and logistics professionals
Ensure excellent service levels and product availability for customers across Italy
Own inventory management, demand planning, supply planning and distribution performance
Drive operational excellence, productivity improvements and cost optimisation initiatives
Develop KPIs, performance metrics and governance processes across the organisation
Partner closely with Finance, Commercial, Quality, Regulatory and Global Supply Chain teams
Lead transformation, digitalisation and continuous improvement programmes
Ensure full compliance with GDP, pharmaceutical regulations and corporate standards
Act as a key member of the Italian leadership team, influencing strategic business decisions
What We're Looking For
Significant leadership experience within supply chain, logistics, operations or distribution
Proven experience managing large-scale warehousing and distribution centre operations
Strong people leadership experience, including managing multi-level teams
Background within pharmaceuticals, healthcare, medical devices, life sciences or similarly regulated industries is highly desirable
Demonstrated success leading supply chain transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
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