Picking & Receiving Operations Manager

Who we are

Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.

The opportunity

Picking & Receiving department manager is responsible for driving operational across warehouse receiving and order fulfillment processes. This role ensures alignment with business objectives, optimizes end-to-end workflows, and fosters a high-performance culture through leadership, coaching, and continuous improvement initiatives

How you’ll spend your day

• Provide end-to-end leadership and accountability for all Receiving and Picking operations.
• Ensure best-practice standards in safety, quality, service, and operational efficiency aligned with business objectives.
• Drive process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
• Build the annual operational plan and monitor progress using clear KPIs and performance metrics.
• Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and enforce robust departmental policies, procedures, and operating standards.
• Lead by example and mentor managers and team leads to strengthen operational capabilities and overall team performance.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all operational functions.
• Ensure operational performance supports customer satisfaction, service-level commitments, and broader supply chain objectives.
• Lead major organizational projects, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with department managers and the executive team to align priorities, resolve operational challenges, and drive strategic outcomes.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement innovative technologies, tools, and practices to enhance operational excellence.

Your experience and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field - mandatory; MBA - preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, warehouse, or distribution operations, including at least 3–4 years in a senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated track record in operational excellence and process improvement (Lean / Six Sigma certification preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Expertise with WMS and ERP systems and a high level of technological proficiency.
• Proven leadership capabilities, including team development, coaching, and performance management.
• Excellent communication skills, with strong stakeholder management and collaboration abilities.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to drive change and challenge existing processes.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various levels of the organization.
• High proficiency in English, both written and verbal.

Reports To

• Sr Dir Country SC Manager

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