Supply Chain Operations Specialist Trainee – Sanofi Tuas

Location: Tuas, Singapore

Job Type: Career Conversion Programme (CCP) (15 Months)

Department: Supply Chain & Logistics

About Sanofi

We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.

About The Job

As a Supply Chain Operations Specialist within our Supply Chain & Logistics team at Sanofi Tuas, you will play a critical dual role – combining GMP-compliant quality sampling operations with hands-on warehouse and logistics responsibilities.

This is an exciting greenfield opportunity in a dynamic, fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment where you will contribute to building robust processes from the ground up.

Sanofi's Tuas site is a state-of-the-art, greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Asia Pacific, dedicated to producing life-saving medicines that reach patients around the world. In this combined role, you will ensure that raw materials, single-use technologies, and consumables are accurately sampled, documented, received, stored, and dispatched – all in full compliance with cGMP, GDP, and Sanofi quality standards. You will be at the heart of our mission, directly supporting manufacturing quality, regulatory compliance, and supply chain continuity.

Main Responsibilities

Quality Control Sampling

Perform sampling of raw materials in strict accordance with approved SOPs, sampling plans, and GMP requirements
Apply validated sampling techniques and equipment (e.g., sampling thieves, scoops, syringes) to ensure representative samples while minimising contamination risks
Accurately label, document, and segregate samples, including batch numbers, dates, quantities, and storage conditions
Conduct visual inspections during sampling and report any deviations, abnormalities, or out-of-specification (OOS) observations immediately to the supervisor
Lead or contribute to investigations of sampling-related deviations, OOS results, or complaints, including root cause analysis and CAPA implementation
Maintain sampling records, logbooks, and electronic systems (e.g., LIMS, SAP, or equivalent) in full compliance with ALCOA+ data integrity principles
Ensure personal hygiene, room disinfection, gowning, and ongoing training compliance for all GMP-regulated areas

Warehouse Operations

Perform accurate and efficient picking of materials from warehouse storage area
Execute receiving of inbound materials and verify against supporting documentation
Carry out outbound activities including preparation and dispatch of materials to manufacturing, QC labs, external testing facilities, and contract manufacturers
Coordinate receipt, quarantine, storage, and distribution of incoming QC samples (internal and external) while adhering to GDP and GMP storage conditions (e.g., 2–8°C, ambient, frozen)
Manage outbound sample shipments including preparation of documentation, temperature-controlled packaging, and carrier coordination
Apply labelling on materials and products in accordance with SOPs
Operate electric lifting aids (e.g., electric pallet jacks, electric stackers) safely and responsibly
Support kitting, staging, and material issuance for manufacturing and QC activities
Perform waste handling and disposal in compliance with HSE and GMP requirements
Conduct sanitisation of materials as per standard operating procedures
Work in a cleanroom environment following gowning and hygiene protocols

Inventory & Documentation Management

Accurately execute transactions in warehouse management systems (e.g. iSHIFT) related to sampling, material movements, and inventory
Maintain inventory of sampling consumables and logistics supplies; initiate orders and perform reconciliations as needed
Support general warehouse operations including inventory management and cycle counts
Maintain complete, accurate, and traceable records for all sampling logs, checklists, warehouse activities, and documentation
Ensure all records and transactions are completed in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner in accordance with ALCOA+ principles

Compliance & Quality Standards

Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, HSE, and Sanofi quality standards at all times
Report any discrepancies, damages, or non-conformances to the supervisor promptly
Maintain housekeeping of all work areas to required GMP standards
Adhere strictly to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH, WHO, EU GMP Annexes, or equivalent)

About You

Education

Preferred: Higher NITEC or Diploma in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or a closely related scientific/technical field
Acceptable: ITE graduate in any discipline with relevant work experience in warehousing, logistics, or a GMP environment

Skills & Competencies

Preferred: Minimum 2–5 years of hands-on experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environment, with direct involvement in quality control sampling, sample management, or related QC activities (raw material sampling experience is a strong advantage)
Acceptable: Minimum 1–3 years of work experience in warehousing and logistics, with willingness to be trained in GMP sampling operations
Experience with temperature-controlled (cold-chain) logistics, stability/expiry management, and material quarantine/release processes is highly desirable
Strong working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and data integrity principles (ALCOA+)
Proven hands-on experience in sampling techniques for raw materials, single-use technologies, and consumables, including aseptic practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Microsoft Excel (data entry, basic formulas, spreadsheet management)
Familiarity with electronic systems for documentation and transactions (e.g., ERP platforms such as SAP, LIMS, or equivalent); strong ability and willingness to learn new systems quickly in a greenfield environment
Certified or willing to be trained in the operation of electric lifting aids
Meticulous, responsible, and able to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively across teams
Good communication and teamwork skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment (gowning required) and follow all hygiene protocols strictly
Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) strictly

Physical Requirements

Able to lift and carry loads of up to 20 kg
Comfortable working in a controlled/cleanroom environment
Able to stand and walk for extended periods during shift
Physically fit for handling materials and working in controlled environments

Why Choose Us

Opportunity to work in a world-class, greenfield pharmaceutical manufacturing facility
Unique dual-role exposure spanning quality sampling and warehouse operations
Rapid learning and hands-on professional growth in a dynamic environment
Contribute to building robust GMP processes from the ground up
On-the-job training and development provided
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Competitive remuneration package

Supply Chain Operations Specialist Trainee (Warehouse and Logistic) (Career Conversion Program)