Director, Supply Chain Management

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New Jersey seeks a seasoned supply chain leader to drive end-to-end lifecycle strategies for biotech products, guiding cross-functional teams through complex programs across development, manufacturing, and commercialization.

Responsibilities include optimizing supply chains, aligning with governance forums, and delivering robust COGS projections while coordinating GFLS initiatives and mitigation of disruptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or SCM.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in biologics/vaccines operations, technology, quality, or supply chain.
• Ability to lead cross-functional matrix teams through complex strategy/projects.
• Knowledge of Product/Process Development, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain, and Commercial Operations.
• Understanding of manufacturing, testing, and release processes for products supported.
• Familiarity with GFLS regulatory strategy and lifecycle management.
• Understanding of product development lifecycle and integration of CMC and clinical strategy.
• Strong data analysis to drive business decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional Supply Chain Working Group (SCWG) for pipeline products or VCMT for commercial products.
• Lead commercial siting selection, supply chain design, and value stream mapping.
• Align supply chain strategy with senior stakeholders through governance forums.
• Develop and maintain Product Supply Chain lifecycle strategies (PMP) as products are commercialized.
• Lead post-approval enhancements, process changes, and productivity projects.
• Manage Integrated Risk Management and Business Continuity Planning.
• Develop GFLS strategy for market launches and timing alignment.
• Develop and maintain Cost of Goods projections through product lifecycles.
• Support network/platform strategies and cross-functional implementation of manufacturing expansions.
• Coordinate with Global Human Health and COE on supply models and scenario analysis.
• Address global supply disruptions with long-term strategic alternatives.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Strategic thinking

Supply chain design

Financial acumen

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or SCM

Tools

Project Management Tools

Portfolio Management Techniques

Job description

• Lead cross functional Supply Chain Working Group (SCWG) for pipeline products or Value Chain Management Team (VCMT) for commercial products
• Lead commercial siting selection, supply chain design, and value stream mapping
• Gain alignment and endorsement for supply chain strategic elements through senior stakeholder management and appropriate executive governance forums
• Develop and maintain product supply chain lifecycle strategies through Product Master Plans (PMP) as products are commercialized
• Lead post-approval physical product enhancements, process and method technical changes, robustness/quality/ productivity projects
• Manage product supply chain Integrated Risk Management (IRM) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP), including identification & prioritization of mitigation strategies
• Lead Global Filing and Launch (GFLS) strategy development to gain cross-divisional alignment on scope of market launches and associated timing
• Develop and maintain Cost of Goods projections through the product lifecycle
• Support network/ platform strategies driven by long term pipeline evolution, and support associated cross-functional teams implementing manufacturing network capability/ expansion programs
• Manage the interface with Global Human Health on the global long-range demand forecast, and engage with VCM analytics COE on the development and maintenance of supply models and conducting scenario analysis in response to evolving global demand dynamics
• Engage in resolution of global product supply disruptions where long-term strategic supply chain alternatives need to be established

Requirements

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering, Science, or Supply Chain Management
• Minimum of ten (10) years of required work experience
• In-depth and wide breadth of experience in large molecule (biologics/ vaccines) operations, technology, quality, and/ or supply chain
• Demonstrated record and proven ability to lead a cross-functional matrix team through complex strategy/ project development and execution with geographically diverse teams driving accountability through measured accomplishments
• Knowledge of the functions that support the business including the following: Product/ Process Development, Manufacturing Operations, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, Compliance, Supply Chain and Commercial Operations
• Understanding of manufacturing, testing and release processes for products supported.
• Understanding of regulatory strategy with respect to new product introduction (GFLS) and inline lifecycle management (change control)
• Understanding of product development lifecycle and integration of CMC and clinical strategy to bring a product to market
• Ability to engage with our Research and Development colleagues to ensure product is positioned to reliably launch with appropriate robustness and quality
• Ability to design and optimize product supply chains to deliver on necessary capacity, cost, and performance as measure by targeted SCM KPIs (lead time, inventory, COGs etc.)
• Strategic thinking and ability to assimilate highly complicated and multi-factored inputs into an integrated strategy that clearly links to business objectives and enterprise priorities
• Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions and influence direction in ambiguous situations
• Horizontal and vertical leadership skills that enable maximizing both the individual contributor and cross-functional team accomplishments
• Strong business acumen including understanding of financial product and network management as applied to key business processes such as business case/NPV analysis, product COGS interrogation and effective risk authorization stewardship
• Understanding of product commercial strategy to inform supply strategy
• Assertiveness and ability to persuade and influence decisions along with driving accountability through measured accomplishments
• Proactive mindset and ability to look outside the assigned role with an eagerness to identify potential product and supply risks and engage in opportunities to improve value chains and related business processes within the organization
• Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools and techniques
• Strong data analysis skills with competence in analyzing diverse data sets and translating to drive business decision making
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with an ability to organize complex information in a concise and compelling manner, and present clear and informed recommendations to influence leaders from various functional areas and levels, sometimes including senior leaders in Manufacturing Leadership Team and our Company's Executive Team.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Management, including strategic planning, risk management, and lifecycle strategies for product commercialization. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders to optimize supply chain performance and drive business objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Supply Chain Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Risk Management
• Data Analysis
• Project Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Supply Chain Design
• Value Stream Mapping
• Cost of Goods Projections
• Integrated Risk Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• Regulatory Strategy
• Product Development Lifecycle
• Manufacturing Operations
• Quality Compliance
• Financial Analysis

Soft Skills

• Strategic Thinking
• Effective Communication
• Assertiveness
• Influencing Skills
• Proactive Mindset

Industry Keywords

• Biologics
• Vaccines
• Product Master Plans
• Global Filing and Launch Strategy
• Commercial Operations
• Manufacturing Leadership
• Supply Chain KPIs

Tools & Technologies

• Project Management Tools
• Portfolio Management Techniques