
As a Procurement Manager in the nutraceutical industry, it's essential to understand regulatory requirements and market trends, and to navigate the sector's challenges and opportunities for effective procurement. Proficiency in supply chain management practices, including sourcing, purchasing, inventory management, and logistics, is crucial. Experience in optimizing supply chain processes ensures timely delivery while minimizing costs and risks. Strong skills in vendor selection, negotiation, and relationship management are vital to engage reliable suppliers providing high-quality materials meeting regulatory standards and company specifications. Proven collaboration with internal stakeholders aligns procurement strategies with company objectives, supporting product development, production planning, and quality control efforts.
- Production Oversight: Lead and supervise the production team in executing daily manufacturing operations according to production schedules and quality requirements.
- Process Optimization: Continuously assess and improve production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure strict adherence to quality control procedures and regulatory requirements throughout the production process to maintain product quality and safety standards.
- Inventory Management: Coordinate with the procurement team to ensure the availability of raw materials and packaging supplies to support production schedules and minimize production downtime.
- Equipment Maintenance: Collaborate with maintenance staff to schedule and perform routine maintenance on production equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Training and Development: Provide training and guidance to production staff on operating procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards to enhance team capabilities and performance.
- Compliance and Documentation: Ensure accurate and timely completion of production documentation, including batch records, production reports, and regulatory compliance records.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to identify and implement process improvements, cost-saving measures, and best practices to enhance overall production efficiency and effectiveness.
- Communication: Maintain open communication channels with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, procurement, and logistics, to ensure alignment and coordination of production activities.