Associate Director, Global Supply Chain

United States, Bend (Oregon)Associate Director, Global Supply ChainLocation: This position is subject to Lonza’s Global Hybrid policy and may be based from sites including Portsmouth, NH, Walkersville, MD, Vacaville, CA or Bend, OR.The Associate Director will be the Supply Chain excellence SPOC for the assigned sites and be responsible for the logistics content area in the Site Support team.This role will be driving the implementation of supply chain process standardsand best practices across teams, leading and supporting improvementinitiatives.This role requires extensive SAP knowledge in all facets of SAP. It requiresassisting sites remotely as well as on-site.What You Will GetThe full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $128,000 – 200,000. In addition, below you will find a summary of the benefits package we offer:Performance-related bonus.Medical, dental and vision insurance.401(k) matching plan.Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.Employee assistance programs.Paid time off (PTO).Tuition Reimbursement program.And much more.Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.What You Will DoDrive implementation of SC excellence principles in assigned sites, standardize and harmonize processesSupport sites with process and technical issues, including liaising with ITAssess Supply Chain Processes across Sites and PlatformsThrough assessments and discussions, define gap analysis, develop action plan, help to implementSupport the SC Certification program in order to get sites certifiedHelp addressing Audit Findings/ ObservationsWrite SOPs/ WI – Roll-Out and Train employeesLead continuous improvement projects to improve SC maturityWhat We Are Looking ForBachelor’s degree with technical background, or equivalent experience, preferred area of study life sciences or chemistry. Masters APICS CPIM professional standards preferredSubstantial experience in supply chain management, including experience in multiple Supply Chain site functions with a strong focus on planning and logistics processesSubject matter expert for logistics and executionAbility to establish and track project delivery. Proven experience with handling multiple global and complex projects simultaneouslyAbility to identify and resolve conflictsGood communication and presentation skills, ability to present ideas in a clear and concise mannerProven ability to lead up and influencing and coaching people on all hierarchy levelsIdeally a manufacturing or technical experience demonstrating a self-starting and hands-on qualityExcellent communication skills to lead and support empowered employees and leaders in a multi-cultural team environmentAbout LonzaAt Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.Reference: R75383Apply