Hiring: Director, Supply Chain Company: Lonza Location: Walkersville, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:48:05 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Program Management, Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •10+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or related functions, ideally within a GMP-regulated environment (biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences) Required Skills: •Lead end-to-end Supply Chain operations for the site, including Planning, Procurement, Warehousing, and Order Fulfillment, ensuring alignment with business and customer priorities •Provide oversight and strategic direction for Durham, NC site Supply Chain activities, specifically Planning and Purchasing, ensuring alignment with broader network and business objectives •Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) and Global Supply Chain Leadership Team, influencing strategy and driving site performance •Own and optimize the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, balancing demand, supply, capacity, and financial targets •Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality (QA/QC), MS&T, Program Management, Finance, and HR to drive operational excellence •Lead monthly operations reviews and support S&OP forums, providing data-driven insights, forecasts, and scenario planning to guide decision-making •Oversee sourcing, procurement, and supplier collaboration in partnership with global teams to ensure material availability and cost competitiveness •Drive inventory management excellence, including material flow, warehouse operations, and inventory accuracy Qualifications: •Develop and execute master production schedules and material plans that enable reliable delivery, inventory optimization, and cost efficiency Compensation: •$190,000 - $225,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!