Contract Manufacturing Manager

Job Summary

The Contract Manufacturing Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing relationships with external contract manufacturers to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality production of products. This role acts as the primary liaison between internal teams and manufacturing partners, ensuring compliance, performance, and continuous improvement.

Key ResponsibilitiesContract Manufacturer Management
Identify, qualify, and onboard contract manufacturing partners
Manage day-to-day relationships with contract manufacturers
Serve as the primary point of contact for operational issues

Production & Supply Chain
Ensure production schedules align with demand forecasts
Monitor capacity, lead times, and delivery performance
Resolve supply, quality, and logistics issues proactively

Quality & Compliance
Ensure contract manufacturers meet quality standards and regulatory requirements
Coordinate audits, inspections, and corrective actions
Review and approve quality documentation and change controls

Cost & Commercial Management
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs)
Monitor manufacturing costs and drive cost-reduction initiatives
Track KPIs related to cost, quality, and delivery

Cross-Functional Collaboration




Work closely with Procurement, Quality, R&D;, Supply Chain, and Regulatory teams
Support product launches, transfers, and scale-up activities
Manage engineering changes and technology transfers

Continuous Improvement
Drive performance improvement initiatives with manufacturing partners
Implement best practices in manufacturing efficiency and quality
Assess and mitigate supply chain and manufacturing risks

QualificationsEducation
Bachelor’s degree in B pharma ,M pharma
Master’s degree or MBA preferred (optional)

Experience
5–10 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operation
Experience with supplier negotiations and performance management

Skills
Robust project and stakeholder management skills
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality systems
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Ability to analyze KPIs and drive data-based decisions

Key Competencies
Supplier relationship management
Strategic sourcing and outsourcing
Risk management
Problem-solving and decision-making
Attention to detail and compliance focus

Job Type: Full time

Pay: ₹200,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Contract Manager Manufacture Navi Mumbai
🏢 Salius Pharma
📍 Navi Mumbai