Junior Legal Counsel

The Enterprise Logistics Strategy, Governance & Systems Specialist is responsible for assessment, design and implementation of logistics process and systems in agreement with your direct manager. You will ensure continuous improvement and optimization of processes relevant to customer order fulfillment, Logistics sub functions, end-to-end value chains, as well as Quality of Logistics.

You will be the primary contact with peers from other functions to ensure logistics network infrastructure is set up fit for purpose to execute global logistics operations. The position holder will ensure timely and compliant reporting supporting educated decision-making and will contribute to the development of a governance playbook for the global logistics organization applicable across all levels.

You will consider defined Logistics Strategies and ensure compliant, smooth execution, support implementation and maintenance of relevant contracts such as Global Service Level Agreements & Quality Assurance Agreements globally. You will help execute Good Distribution Practice framework with all relevant processes such as transport qualification standards, temperature monitoring and deviation handling on a global scale.

You will directly exchange with CSL Business Units, global compliance team, logistics service providers, internal / external legal counsel, customers, suppliers, CMOs and government officials. You will drive standardization, unifying processes, technology and enhanced data insights. Focus effort and resources efficiently to increase flexibility and fuel future growth.

In this position you will be directly reporting to the Head of Strategy, Systems & Governance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support to establishing OPEX budgets, CAPEX, and cost estimates for the Process & Systems Cost Center.
2. Develop and deliver a Logistics Process Improvement action plan covering organizational design / governance, process improvement, I&T landscape and projects, and using KPIs and Lean 6 Sigma tools. Monitoring and reporting defined KPIs including supplier performance.
3. Help develop and implement logistics solution strategies according to GxP and project requirements and motivate a cross-functional team and ensures adoption and adherence to established business processes.
4. Set up and manage a Logistics process & governance framework and playbook complying with all statutory requirements (i.e., Legal Compliance, GxP, EHS).
5. Help implement strategic initiatives and of an enterprise logistics network setup to GxP and project requirement.
6. Building relationship with Strategic Logistics Service Providers relationship (incl. business continuity, double sourcing), Contract Logistics , Freight Forwarder, 3PL, 4PL life cycle business process (identification / enrolment, transfer, managing, decommission) including evaluation of new partners and technology, active contribution and influence in contract discussions including price negotiations and performance metrics.
7. Support the procurement and selection of global logistics partners focusing on optimizing product flow through collaboration with internal stakeholders, logistic service providers, freight forwarders, tax, trade compliance and alignment with peers to consolidate resources and capacities.

Your Profile

1. Higher degree, preferably in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Quality, IT, Engineering, International Relationships.
2. Experience in leading / motivating a cross-functional team in a matrix organization.
3. Progressively responsible experience in highly regulated, multi-location environments, cross-functional experience is preferred. Relevant Logistics or Supply Chain function within the pharma industry or similar industry (i.e., food, medical devices).
4. Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English.
5. Excellent skills in organization, prioritization, and negotiation; must excel under pressure.
6. Proficient with : Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint with ability to develop skills with other programs as required.
7. Strong OE / Lean Six Sigma expertise with proven track record in implementing process optimization.
8. Experienced in budgeting and financial knowledge.
9. Good understanding of GMP & other relevant regulations.
10. The position is also suitable for young professionals with few years of experience.

Preferred Requirements

1. Experience with GMP and related documentation.

Are you interested in this exciting opportunity? We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

About CSL Vifor

CSL Vifor aims to become the global leader in iron deficiency and nephrology. The company is a partner of choice for pharmaceuticals and innovative patient-focused solutions across iron, dialysis, nephrology and rare conditions. CSL Vifor strives to help patients around the world with severe, chronic and rare diseases lead better, healthier lives. It specializes in strategic global partnering, in-licensing and developing, manufacturing and marketing pharmaceutical products for precision patient care.

For more information, please visit viforpharma.com.

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