At Biocon Biologics, we are creating a model for the future of healthcare for all. We are a leading company in the biosimilars revolution where patients come first. Our ambition is to impact a billion lives and we do this by fostering a culture of affordable innovation, patient centricity and disruptive thinking. We are a multicultural global company where employees have a purpose and passion to work closely with partners and patients. We have proven end to end expertise in the field of biosimilars, from its development, manufacturing, clinical development, regulatory approvals to commercialization. We have a long-term commitment to bring high quality affordable biosimilars to patients all over the globe.

About the Role:
The SCM COE Capability Lead is a strategic leader responsible for elevating supply chain performance through advanced analytics, process governance, and planning excellence. This role drives visibility, maturity, and execution of core planning processes by leveraging data science, planning systems, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver measurable business impact. The role also plays a critical part in enabling people, transforming work, providing governance and expertise, and driving innovation across the supply chain.

A significant portion of this role is project-based, meaning the SCM COE Capability Lead will not only manage ongoing responsibilities but also lead and deliver high-impact, cross-functional projects. These projects may vary in scope—from digital transformation and analytics initiatives to process redesign and capability building—and will require agility, strategic thinking, and strong stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Analytics & Planning Excellence
Deploy advanced analytics to improve forecast accuracy, inventory health, and service levels
Translate complex data into actionable insights using Power BI and planning systems (SAP IBP, ECC, others)
Drive data science initiatives to support SCM-wide optimization
2. Process Governance & Maturity




Lead process maturity efforts across the SCM function
Ensure execution excellence through KPI frameworks, governance routines, and digital tools
Implement business process management and capability maturity modelling
3. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership
Align planning strategies across functions through strong stakeholder engagement
Lead cross-functional projects and change initiatives
Facilitate Communities of Practice (COPs) and promote analytics literacy
4. Capability Building & Team Development
Mentor teams in planning, analytics, and process improvement
Develop and execute learning and development strategies for SCM roles
5. Innovation & Digital Transformation
Champion innovation and digital transformation initiatives
Support configuration and deployment of digital SCM solutions
Scout and engage with technology vendors to enable SCM solutions

Academics:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
MBA preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:
Deep understanding of core supply chain planning processes (S&OP;/S&OE;, demand/supply planning, inventory optimization)
Advanced proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools (Power BI, Excel, Python – nice to have)
Solid command of planning systems and ERP platforms (SAP IBP, ECC, APO)
Knowledge of business process frameworks and capability maturity modelling
Familiarity with agile project management and digital transformation practices
Interest or experience in AI/ML applications in supply chain (e.g., scenario/predictive analytics)

Leadership / Managerial Attributes:
Strong stakeholder management and change leadership skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment across functions
Skilled in mentoring and developing talent in planning, analytics, and process improvement
Strategic thinking with a focus on measurable business impact
Effective communicator and facilitator across global and local teams
Ability to work independently without frequent supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

📌 Supply Chain COE Capability Lead Role (Bengaluru)
🏢 BIOCON BIOLOGICS
📍 Bengaluru