Senior Manager Distribution Operation Japan

Build our future together:

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Senior Manager Trade & Distribution Operations Japan to join our Market Access function, supporting our Japan business in a hybrid work model. In this role, you will lead distribution and order fulfillment operations, drive vendor performance, and ensure compliance with distribution requirements while collaborating with vendors, wholesalers, Trade, Legal, and cross-functional teams. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Work model: Hybrid

Discover your role:

Resolve distribution escalations with vendors, customers, and partners.

Serve as the primary contact for vendors and contract compliance.

Oversee distribution operations, delivery performance, and service efficiency.

Lead 3PL oversight for regulatory and contractual compliance.

Monitor budgets, inventory levels, delivery timelines, and pricing trends.

Produce vendor performance reviews, quarterly metrics, and management reports.

Support contract development, claims resolution, and workflow optimization.

You proactively drive process improvements and cross-functional collaboration.

This role requires:

Bachelor's degree.

8+ years in supply chain, distribution, or wholesaler management.

5+ years in pharmaceutical supply chain, distribution, or wholesaler management.

Extensive knowledge of GDP regulations and pharmaceutical transactions in Japan.

Expertise overseeing 3PL operations, including order-to-cash activities.

Experience with contract and rebate processing in pharmaceutical or biotech industries.

Strong understanding of prescription pharmaceutical commercialization.

Ability to track, analyze, and resolve data anomalies using business systems and dashboards.

Knowledge of finance and accounting principles related to supply chain and distribution.

Leadership experience facilitating meetings and integrating cross-functional teams.

Strong organizational, time management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, adapt to change, and deliver high-quality results.

Global market experience is a plus.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate.  The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.  Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/ . For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

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