Job Introduction

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra.

Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2500 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

The Opportunity 

Responsible for managing the cross-functional coordination and alignment of Dechra’s finished goods supply requirements to our customers in the European and International markets. Working with the business’ commercial colleagues within these business units and a key focus on building relationships with our manufacturing partners within internal sites and the Contract Manufacturing Organisation (CMO) network.

Contributing to the development and delivery of a supply plan supporting the strategy for global products including introduction of new products and territories into the portfolio. Make appropriate product supply set up and focused commercial decisions.

Occasional global travel may be required for this role.

This is a great role for a supply chain professional, or someone looking to take their first steps into a supply chain position.

Role Responsibility

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Activities will include all elements of planning and control of stock including new processes to introduce global ways of working for replenishment planning. This can also include demand planning.
• Contribute to the delivery of a customer focused supply plan to support the overall category strategy.
• Delivery and implementation of supply plans for global products which demonstrate a deep understanding of our replenishment systems.
• Undertake ongoing management of stock and associated supply chain activities effectively and efficiently to maximise sales and minimise cost to the business, as appropriate.
• Achieve targeted stock and service objectives for specific financial measures and performance critical metric.
• Highly effective team member, working with cross functional teams.
• Owner of supply decisions for specific products, suppliers, or territories as appropriate.
• Input into the design of appropriate KPI’s and refine to ensure effective ongoing updates across the business.
• Maintain effective communication with key stakeholders to maximise market opportunities and leverage commercial prospects.
• Identify any risk and ensure the correct level of mitigation and appropriate escalation is in place to ensure supply to the market.

The Ideal Candidate

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

• Negotiation and customer/stakeholder relationship building skills.
• Working knowledge of computerized Purchasing & Inventory Management systems would be beneficial but not required.
• Working knowledge of Demand Planning and forecasting is desirable but not a requirement.
• Ability to utilise MSOffice.
• Ability to work in a fluid fast moving environment with the ability to identify.
• Lateral thinker capable of delivering imaginative, pragmatic solutions with high commercial acumen.
• Comfortable communicating to various audiences in an inspiring and credible way.

About the Company

Dechra is a global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals and related products business. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

We are a global leader in veterinary endocrinology and topical dermatology, have a broad portfolio of analgesia, anaesthetics and products for the treatment of pain, and are also recognised as innovators in other specialisations such as the treatment of equine lameness, nutrition and differentiated generics. 

We deliver high quality products and services to veterinarians worldwide through our employees and a network of third parties to sustainably improve global animal health and welfare.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Culture and Values. They are important to us and have helped drive the Group’s success. 

All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. Should you not hear back from us within 28 days please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which may be suitable and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site. For any questions or queries, please contact us at recruituk@dechra.com

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC