Manager Global Distribution Strategy

Overview

Lead the AIN operational support organization across global distribution strategy, analytics, digital enablement, serialization support and supply chain security, reporting to the AIN Global Distributor Director.

What you'll do

• Lead and oversee AIN operational support activities across Global Distribution Strategy, Serialization, Supply Chain Security, Analytics, and Enablement functions.
• Support execution of global distribution strategic initiatives and transformation programs in alignment with organizational priorities and global functional leadership.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of global dashboards, KPI reporting, and analytics capabilities delivered through the AIN support organization.
• Support budget consolidation activities, financial tracking, business case development, and monitoring of strategic investment and productivity initiatives across Global Distribution.
• Coordinate and support digital and system enhancement projects impacting distribution operations, analytics, serialization, and supply chain security processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, Trade Compliance, Digital Technology & Innovation (DTI), Finance, and regional affiliates to support compliant and efficient distribution operations.
• Monitor operational performance trends and identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support governance activities, operational reviews, and preparation of executive-level reporting and presentations for global leadership forums.
• Build and develop a high-performing operational support team within the AIN organization, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics/Supply Chain, Business Administration or Life Sciences.
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience of hiring, staff development and directly leading people.

Nice to have

• 5+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical supply chain, or supply chain strategy within a GMP/GDP-regulated environment.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution operations, serialization requirements, and supply chain security processes.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including team development, stakeholder management, and leading cross-functional operational support organizations within a global environment.
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience supporting financial planning and performance activities.
• Experience supporting digital transformation implementation initiatives.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across functions, regions, and leadership levels.

Details

• Location: Hyderabad, India.