What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Manager position at Piramal Enterprises?
Business: Pharma Solutions
Department: Supply Chain
Location: Lexington, KY
Job Overview
The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the coordination of all warehousing activities, as well as directly managing the flow of inventory into and out of the warehouse. Incumbent will provide direct leadership to all warehouse team members, and must effectively collaborate with manufacturing, quality, planning, and finance in order to meet business objectives.
Reporting Structure
Directly reports to Director, Finance
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate cross functionally with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and other Supply Chain functions to ensure materials are available to meet production demands
- Strategically plan and manage logistics, inventory and customer service in the warehouse
- Responsible for the preparation of documentation, maintaining of records, and coordination of logistics for material shipments, including GMP and non-GMP shipments
- Ensures cycle counts are executed timely
- Serve as warehouse representative for all internal and external audits
- Prioritize, schedule, and assign team member tasks based upon production demands
- Assist in the recruitment and selection of new team members; actively lead the orientation and training of new employees
- Coach, counsel, and evaluate performance of the warehouse team
- Safeguard warehouse operations and contents by establishing and monitoring procedures and protocols
- Use ERP system to receive and stock parts, counts, and transfer of inventory to various locations
- Ensure all inventory related documentation is complete, accurate, and recorded correctly, in accordance with GMP requirements
- Ensure that delivered goods are in accordance with domestic and international shipping regulations (ICAO/IATA, 49CFR, IMO)
- Maintain a neat, orderly, well-organized, and safe working environment in accordance with housekeeping and OSHA requirements
Education Requirements
- High School education or equivalent; additional coursework in logistics, business administration, or supply chain principals preferred
Work Experience
- Minimum five (5) years’ experience performing warehousing or logistical related activities in a cGMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Must have formal leadership experience, including direct management of employee related activities
Functional or Technical Skills
- Thorough knowledge of hazardous material and transportation regulations and applicable regulatory requirements (FDA, IATA, DOT, Customs, and OSHA)
- In-depth understanding of warehousing operations, logistics, inventory management and inventory control principals
- Working knowledge of Quality System Processes (CAPA & Change Controls)
- Hands-on experience with SAP or similar ERP
- Demonstrated ability to influence and successfully coach team members
- Experience developing procedures and other controlled documents
- Must be highly organized and process oriented
- Ability to operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks if needed
- Strong interpersonal communication and time management skills
- Thorough understanding of software technologies used in typical warehousing or logistical operation, including Microsoft Office applications
In the three decades of its existence, Piramal Group has pursued a twin strategy of both organic and inorganic growth.
Driven by its core values, Piramal Group steadfastly pursues inclusive growth, while adhering to ethical and values-driven practices.
Equal employment opportunity
Piramal Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We base our employment decisions on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. We endeavor to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruitment, selection, training, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions, including reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities as well as individuals with needs related to their religious observance or practice.
Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS) is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our customers through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including drug discovery solutions, process & pharmaceutical development services, clinical trial supplies, commercial supply of APIs, and finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services such as the development and manufacture of highly potent APIs, antibody-drug conjugations, sterile fill/finish, peptide products & services, and potent solid oral drug products. PPS also offers development and manufacturing services for biologics including vaccines, gene therapies, and monoclonal antibodies, made possible through Piramal Pharma Limited’s investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. Our track record as a trusted service provider with experience across varied technologies makes us a partner of choice for innovators and generic companies worldwide.
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