Strategic Director, Supply Chain Planning

BioSpace; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Waltham, MA is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Planning to manage inventory and production planning. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the life sciences sector and proven capabilities in supply chain best practices and data analysis. They will work cross-functionally to ensure product availability and compliance with regulatory requirements, making this a strategic leadership role during a critical growth period.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences environment.
• Experience managing complex schedules and priorities in dynamic environments.
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices, inventory management, and demand forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a reliable demand and supply plan.
• Lead scenario planning for evaluating demand and supply.
• Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and vendors.

Skills

Planning and prioritizing

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Smartsheet

Visio

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Power BI

Job description

A biotechnology company in Waltham, MA is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Planning to manage inventory and production planning. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the life sciences sector and proven capabilities in supply chain best practices and data analysis. They will work cross-functionally to ensure product availability and compliance with regulatory requirements, making this a strategic leadership role during a critical growth period.