About Us
Novugen is a wholly owned subsidiary of SciTech International, a UAE-based group with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. We specialize in venturing into strategic healthcare businesses and developing world-class healthcare facilities across the globe. With operations in multiple countries across continents, our global presence and expertise empower us to meet the complex challenges of delivering hard-to-source, technology-intensive pharmaceutical products to market.
Our manufacturing facilities in Bandar Enstek, Negeri Sembilan, are the first USFDA-approved pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. We are also the first pharmaceutical company in the region to be vertically integrated from R&D to manufacturing, giving us greater control over the supply chain and reflecting our commitment to meeting a wide range of stringent regulatory standards.
At Novugen, we are united by a shared vision, with a team of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and nationalities working together towards one common goal. We are driven by a passion for science and innovation, striving to accelerate the launch of pharmaceuticals that lack robust generic alternatives due to their complexity. Our continued investment in R&D and dedication to excellence aim to provide early access to affordable, high-quality medicines, impacting lives across the world.
Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare and changing lives everywhere.
About the Role
The SeniorAssociate Manager, Warehouse oversees daily warehouse operations, optimizing inventory, workflows, team performance and ensuring seamless logistics, safety, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, including receiving, storage, inventory and space management, floor productivity, order fulfilment, logistics and shipping.
- Implement best practices to enhance operational efficiency and reduce errors, downtime, and costs.
- To support new site setup and provide subject matter expertise in warehouse operations whenever required
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards (OSHA, GMP) in warehouse operations.
- Develop and deploy cGMP procedures and provide logistics expertise.
- Oversee employee safety training, emergency preparedness, and ongoing safety audits relevant to the pharmaceutical guidelines to maintain a secure work environment.
- Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for warehouse operations, ensuring minimal disruption during emergencies or system failures.
- Oversee inventory control processes, including regular stock counts, reconciliations, and identifying discrepancies.
- Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and customer service to optimize inventory levels, reduce stockouts, and minimize excess inventory.
- Generate reports and statistics related to warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy, and order fulfillment (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report etc.).
- Prepare and manage the warehouse operations budget, including costs related to staffing, supplies, and facility maintenance.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities in warehouse operations and implement strategies to improve financial efficiency without compromising service quality.
- Manage third-party vendor relationships, ensuring quality service and contract compliance.
- Negotiate agreements, monitor performance, address issues, and oversee warehouse equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure timely repairs.
About you
- A Degree or equivalent professional qualifications in the field of Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration and etc.
- Related experience from Pharma, FMCG, and Healthcare industries with 5 - 7 years of leadership or supervisory experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or supply chain management functions preferably in cGMP and GDP environment.
- Knowledge of warehouse safety practices and regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated strong coordination and collaboration skills through effective teamwork and clear communication.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and cost management mindset.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and able to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders effectively.
- Excellent mentoring, coaching and people management skills
- Strong intrapreneurial skills and mindset from start up to established organization
- Versatile and resilient, ability to stay positive in high-pressure and ambiguous environments and work towards delivering results
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in using SAP, inventory management systems (e.g. Extended Warehouse Management (EWM); Warehouse Management System (WMS)), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, and/or warehouse automation tools
- License to operate a forklift is advantageous
- Comfortable working in a warehouse environment with variable temperatures and physical demands
