Job title: Supply Chain Manager - APAC - (MNC - Pharma)
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Job published: 2026-02-09
Job ID: 102439
Contact name: Winnan Leung
Phone number: +85261733810
Contact email: winnan.leung@linksinternational.com

Job Description

Supply Chain Manager (APAC) – (MNC – Pharma)

Our client is a market-leading European pharmaceutical organization with strategic offices in globally. They are now looking to hire their first Supply Chain Manager - (APAC) to join their regional team based out of Hong Kong.

Responsibilities:

  • Report to the Head of Supply Chain - (APAC) while being the first in the Hong Kong Supply Chain team.
  • Oversee the strategic planning and execution of supply chain activities for Asia markets, focusing on Demand and Supply Planning, Logistics & 3PL Management, and Inventory Control to meet company objectives and drive profitable growth.
  • Drive the long-term and short-term Demand and Supply Planning processes, providing analytical reports to identify potential risks and opportunities in the pharmaceutical supply chain.
  • Establish and maintain long-term partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including production facilities, distributors, vendors, and both global and regional teams.
  • Facilitate the monthly consensus Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, collaborating inputs from senior management, finance, and Sales and Marketing teams to align on production goals.
  • Monitor inventory levels and production schedules to ensure compliance with financial working capital targets, sales goals, and minimize write-offs.
  • Evaluate third-party logistics (3PL) performance to ensure high service levels and customer satisfaction across different distribution channels.
  • Responsible for negotiating contracts with distributors, 3PL service providers, and other external suppliers to optimize supply chain costs.
  • Lead initiatives to continuously improve supply chain processes to achieve higher efficiency and effectiveness, particularly in pharmaceutical distribution.
  • Develop and regularly review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with global operations, regulatory standards, and healthcare requirements.
  • Determine inventory strategies and relevant Supply Chain KPIs while monitoring warehouse and logistics costs to optimize overall performance.


Requirements:

  • Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, or Engineering; an MBA is highly desirable.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in various Supply Chain functions within a multinational corporate environment, ideally in the Pharmaceutical / Consumer Goods sector.
  • Proven experience of working independently and within a regional team
  • Strong commercial mindset with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities tailored to the pharmaceutical / Consumer Goods industry.
  • Willing to travel 10% within APAC, with annual trips to European headquarters.
  • Fluent in English, and Chinese.


This is an exceptional opportunity to join a market-leading European pharmaceutical organization that offers excellent career development prospects.

Interested candidates should apply directly for more information.