Distribution Manager

Typical Accountabilities:
• Owns delivery of integrated supply solutions within a single, specialised area

• Undertakes operational and tactical planning covering a specific area of expertise and ensures execution of plans in order to deliver against business requirements in a professional and efficient manner

• Undertakes process and resource planning, communicates objectives and monitors performance to ensure delivery against agreed targets

• Undertakes management reporting via both information systems and paper-based systems

• Monitors and maintains compliance to current Good Manufacturing Practices, Safety and Health and Environment procedures, raising and addressing problems as they arise

• Follows AstraZeneca’s financial policies, manages people resources to policy requirement and delivery budgets

• Optimises performance outcomes of direct reports and ensures individuals understand the contribution they make

• Acts as point of contact within the distribution centre to resolve any issues with delivery

• Promotes continuous improvement, identifying and delivering performance improvements


Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Essential: University degree; Knowledge of Pharmaceutical production supply chain principles, Good Manufacturing Practice, Food and Drug Administration requirements (or equivalent), Customs rules and regulations
• Desirable: Professional qualification; Experience in team leadership

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.