Logistics & Supply Chain Officer - Egypt

Description

Logistics & Supply Chain Officer – Egypt

About Astellas

At Astellas we can offer an inspiring place to work and a chance to make your mark in doing good for others.

Our expertise, science and technology make us a pharma company. Our open and progressive culture is what makes us Astellas. It’s a culture of doing good for others and contributing to a sustainable society.

Delivering meaningful differences for patients is our driving force. We all have a significant opportunity to make that difference, working locally in the areas we know best, whilst drawing inspiration from the different insights and expertise we have access to globally and from our innovative, external partners.

Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.

Our ethos is underpinned by the Astellas Way, comprising five core values: patient focus; ownership; results; openness and integrity.

We are proud to offer an inclusive and respectful working environment that fosters collaboration and ownership.

Our aspiration is to bring the best brains together, to provide them with world-leading tools and resources and a unique structure that fosters real agility and entrepreneurial spirit.

The Opportunity

As a Logistics & Supply Chain Officer, known as a Customer Operations Officer, you will report directly to the Customer Operations Lead T-MEA (Turkey, Middle East & Africa). The role will become part of an organizational area of Customer Operation that includes several countries/affiliates within T-MEA.

Hybrid Working

At Astellas we recognise the importance of balancing your work and home life, so we offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues in person at the office alongside the flexibility to work from home; optimising the most productive work environment for you to succeed and deliver.

Key Responsibilities

• To manage all activities within the order-to-delivery area including customer relationship management, order fulfillment, and liaising with various supply chains as well as relevant enterprise-wide teams to ensure stable supply and a high quality of service to first-trade customers.
• Ensure a stable supply chain and deliver a high standard of service to first-trade customers and distributors.
• The role will become part of an organizational area of Customer Operation that includes several countries/affiliates within T-MEA.
• Oversee inventory management and demand planning functions to align with local market requirements, ensuring optimal stock levels and accurate demand forecasting.
  
  

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role with demonstrated effectiveness in a supply chain function with a multinational pharmaceutical organization.
• Proficiency in SAP O2C or similar ERP systems, with strong knowledge of order management and inventory control.
• Business skills to deal with external parties based on long-term relationships.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and a customer-focused mindset.
• Familiarity with regional trade compliance is essential.
• Fluent in English & Arabic.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Should be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams effectively.
• Experience in demand planning or audits within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Knowledge of MEA supply chain dynamics is a plus.
  
  

Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or equivalent.
  
  

Additional Information

• This is a permanent, full-time position
• Candidates should be based in Cairo, Egypt.
• This position follows our hybrid working model. Role requires a blend of work from home and a few days in our Cairo office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
  
  

What We Offer

• Being part of a global organization contributing towards improved patient lives
• Opportunity and support to continuous development
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.