Job Title: Business Analyst Manager - Procurement & Supply Chain

Location: Ambernath, India

Job Type: Full-Time

Reporting: Global Director Procurement

About Polypeptide Group:

PolyPeptide Group AG and its consolidated subsidiaries (“PolyPeptide”) is a specialized Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for peptide- and oligonucleotide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients. By supporting its customers mainly in pharma and biotech, it contributes to the health of millions of patients across the world. PolyPeptide serves a fast-growing market, offering products and services from pre-clinical through to commercial stages. Its broad portfolio reflects the opportunities in drug therapies across areas and with a large exposure to metabolic diseases, including GLP-1. Dating back to 1952, PolyPeptide today runs a global network of six GMP-certified facilities in Europe, the U.S. and India. PolyPeptide’s shares (SIX: PPGN) are listed on SIX Swiss Exchange.

Position Overview:

Polypeptide Group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Business Analyst Manager to join our Procurement & Supply Chain team. Reporting to the Global Director of Procurement, this role is crucial in driving our strategy and decision-making processes within a dynamic peptide CDMO environment.

Key Responsibilities:

The Business Analyst will analyse procurement and supply chain data/processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide data-driven insights to enhance efficiency and cost savings. This role will also focus on inventory redistribution, global raw material forecasting, and spend analytics to support strategic decision-making and operational excellence in conjunction with the Director Global Procurement.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret (spend) data related to procurement and supply chain activities.

• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure efficiency, cost savings, and supplier performance.

• Prepare reports and dashboards to provide visibility into procurement performance and trends.

• Define and manage addressable spend categories.

• Support data classification, cleansing, and reporting to ensure accurate spend visibility.

• Provide insights into spending patterns to identify opportunities for cost reduction and supplier consolidation.

• Develop and implement automated solutions for spend tracking and analysis.

Inventory Management

• Support the efficient management of (excess) inventories by providing necessary data aggregation, insights, risk exposure report/analysis and recommendations.

• Analyze stock levels and inventory movement to improve inventory turnover.

• Identify opportunities related to mutual inventories across global locations to optimize stock levels – incl. analysis of commercial contracts.

Global Raw Material Forecasting

• Collect and consolidate global material forecasts for key starting materials.

• Share accurate forecasts with respective suppliers to improve planning and supplier alignment.

• Monitor forecast accuracy and adjust recommendations based on market trends and demand shifts.

Supplier Management & Process Improvement

• Assist in supplier performance evaluation process based on quality, cost, and delivery metrics.

• Assist in supplier negotiations and contract reviews by providing data-backed insights/reports.

• Analyze current procurement and supply chain processes to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.

• Recommend and implement improvements to streamline operations and reduce costs.

• Support the automation of procurement and supply chain processes using relevant tools and systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a liaison between procurement, supply chain, and other business units and facilitate communication

• Ensure the engagement of stakeholders in procurement processes and ensure the maintenance of a consistent, objective and transparent approach

• Provide data and insights to support decision-making by senior management.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Data Science or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA will have additional merit.

Certifications: Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) are advantageous.

Minimum 10 years’ experience in Procurement and 2–5 years of experience in a business analysis role within procurement or supply chain.

Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Qlik, Tableau).

Knowledge of systems / tools related to procurement – incl. ERP and reporting systems (SAP, AX, SRM).

Strong understanding of procurement / supply chain processes, including strategic sourcing and supplier management.

Experience with inventory management and forecasting.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Fluent in business-level English

Is a merit:

• Demonstrated experience delivering projects across organizations and on a global scale 

• Experience in a CDMO or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

• Certification in APICS (CPIM), CPSM, or Six Sigma is a plus.

• Excellent communication and project management skills

• Availability for travel (especially in the onboarding phase)

Why Join Us at Polypeptide Group:

Polypeptide Group offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of peptide-based therapeutics, a rapidly growing and innovative segment of the pharmaceutical industry. As a key member of our finance team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a company that is dedicated to the success of its clients and the advancement of peptide science. Join us and be part of a global organization that is shaping the future of life-saving therapies.