Supply Chain Manager

Esco Lifesciences is a global leader in life sciences and healthcare technologies, dedicated to advancing research and improving lives through innovative solutions. Our Bintan manufacturing plant is at the heart of our commitment to quality, sustainability, and operational excellence. Join us to drive impactful supply chain strategies in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

Job Purpose:

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring seamless procurement, inventory optimization, cost efficiency, and alignment with production goals. You’ll lead a talented team and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional results in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Job title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Bintan, Indonesia

Direct Manager: Plant Manager

Key Responsibilities:

1. Materials Planning, Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Demand-Driven Planning: Collaborate with production, sales, and product management teams to align schedules with materials demand forecasts.

• Cost Efficiency: Negotiate operational terms (MOQs, payment), optimize logistics/duties to reduce total material costs and to avoid excess stocks.

• Ensure material availability to meet production timelines and customer commitments.

• Please handle rejected materials in collaboration with Supplier Quality, ensuring timely replacement or compensation.

• Optimize lead times and capacity planning for agile response to market changes.

• Monitor supplier performance (delivery, quality, compliance) and resolve issues proactively.

2. Warehouse & Inventory Optimization

• Implement inventory strategies to balance stock levels with production demand.

• Optimize warehouse layout for space efficiency and safety compliance.

• Conduct cycle counts and audits to ensure 98%+ inventory accuracy.

• Manage obsolete/slow-moving inventory through effective disposition plans.

• Improve the process by digitalization (convert manual tabulations to the existing systems or simplified more efficient working method)

3. Cost Control & Budget Oversight

• Analyze procurement, warehousing, and logistics costs to identify savings opportunities.

• Develop and manage budgets, tracking variances and implementing corrective actions.

• Lead lean initiatives and process improvements to reduce waste.

4. Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and lead a team of purchasing, planners, and warehouse staff.

• Foster a culture of accountability through goal-setting, training, and performance reviews.

5. Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• Ensure adherence to local/international regulations and ESG standards.

• Oversee seamless importation, including customs and logistics compliance,

• Develop risk mitigation strategies (geopolitical, supply disruptions) and contingency plans.

6. Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Drive adoption of ERP systems, Supply Chain system and digital tools for enhanced supply chain visibility.

• Champion sustainability initiatives and Kaizen continues participation.

• Benchmark industry best practices to elevate operational agility.

• Be prepared to travel to other Esco entities for work collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; MBA or certifications (APICS/CSCP) preferred.

• 5-10 years in manufacturing supply chain management, including 3+ years in leadership.

Skills:

• Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., Dynamics 365 Business Central, SAP or similar system)

• Competence in Supply Chain Management Software (e.g., Slimstock, Kinaxis or similar system) is highly beneficial.

• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.

• Proven success in cost reduction and lean methodologies.

• Fluent in English; proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage but not a requirement.

• Leads with integrity and transparency, serving as a role model for ethical, fair, and compliant practices with no compromise on honesty or objectivity.

Apply Now!

If you’re a strategic thinker passionate about optimizing supply chains and leading teams to success, we want to hear from you! Submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your achievements to carmela.galapon@escolifesciences.com.