Associate Director, Supply Chain Management

Role: Associate Director, Supply Chain Management within Global Launch Planning, responsible for end-to-end execution of new product launches in major markets. Primary objectives include leading cross-functional launch teams, developing and maintaining launch plans, identifying risks, and ensuring smooth transition to sustaining operations.

Responsibilities

• launch execution
• risk mitigation
• supply scenario development
• stakeholder engagement across functions like Manufacturing, Commercial, and Supply Chain

The role also involves process improvement, metrics tracking, and cross-enterprise communication, especially during launch and hypercare phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Science, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in pharma/biotech supply chain, launch planning, or manufacturing operations

Preferred Skills

• experience in launch management
• familiarity with planning systems (e.g., SAP, Kinaxis)
• certifications like APICS CSCP or Lean/Six Sigma

Additional Details

• High-value specifics involve managing launches in the biotech or pharmaceutical sector, with a focus on new product introductions, supply chain risk management, and cross-functional collaboration in a global, hybrid work setting
• Travel is approximately 10%
• The position reports to the Director, Supply Chain Management, and emphasizes leadership influence without direct reports