Senior Director of Supply Chain

Senior Director of Supply Chain

The Senior Director of Supply Chain is responsible for building, implementing, and leading Veradermics' commercial supply chain in preparation for the launch of the Company's first commercial pharmaceutical product. This role will establish the systems, processes, and operating model required to support commercial readiness and long-term growth.

The Senior Director will oversee all aspects of the commercial supply chain from raw material sourcing through receipt at the third-party logistics (3PL) provider, including material planning, supply planning, demand forecast translation, purchasing, production scheduling, inventory planning, and product shipment. Working closely with Commercial and Finance, this individual will translate commercial demand forecasts into executable manufacturing and supply plans while ensuring uninterrupted product supply.

Reporting to the VP of Development & Scientific Operations, the Senior Director will partner closely with colleagues across Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Legal, and external manufacturing and supply partners to establish clear operating processes, cross-functional governance, and scalable supply chain capabilities. As Veradermics' first senior Supply Chain leader, this individual will play a key role in shaping the future structure, processes, and growth of the Supply Chain organization. Senior supply chain consultants will be available to provide guidance and support during the build-out of the function.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building and establishing Veradermics' commercial Supply Chain function in preparation for the Company's first commercial product launch.
• Developing the long-term operating model for Supply Chain, including organizational structure, hiring roadmap, systems, and processes required to support commercial growth.
• Defining roles, responsibilities, and decision-making frameworks across Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing, Quality, and external partners, establishing clear governance and operating cadence.
• Evaluating, selecting, and implementing scalable supply planning tools, systems, and processes to support launch readiness and future commercialization.
• Preparing and presenting supply chain strategy, performance metrics, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Partnering closely with Commercial and Finance to translate commercial demand forecasts into manufacturing, procurement, inventory, and supply plans.
• Developing and maintaining integrated supply plans that support launch readiness while balancing inventory, manufacturing capacity, and commercial demand.
• Leading scenario planning to evaluate potential demand fluctuations, geographic expansion, manufacturing constraints, and inventory strategies.
• Identifying supply chain risks and proactively developing mitigation plans to ensure uninterrupted product supply.
• Serving as the primary Supply Chain lead for external manufacturing and supply partners, including CDMOs, raw material suppliers, packaging vendors, and third-party logistics providers.
• Coordinating production scheduling, material planning, purchasing activities, packaging campaigns, and product shipment through third-party logistics.
• Monitoring supplier performance, manufacturing capacity, raw material availability, and inventory levels, implementing contingency plans where necessary.
• Partnering with Procurement and Legal to support supplier selection, contract strategy, and ongoing vendor management.
• Collaborating closely with Quality to ensure timely material disposition, product release, and supply continuity within GMP requirements.
• Monitoring component recalls, material issues, and supply disruptions, coordinating cross-functional response plans as needed.
• Developing and managing the Supply Chain operating budget, including commercial supply expenditures, external partners, contractors, systems, and departmental expenses.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across planning, inventory management, logistics, supplier performance, and operational execution, leveraging emerging technologies where appropriate.

Candidate profile includes:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including leadership within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other highly regulated industry.
• Demonstrated success building or significantly scaling commercial supply chain capabilities, preferably within an emerging biotechnology company preparing for or supporting commercialization.
• Deep expertise across supply planning, demand planning, procurement, inventory management, external manufacturing, logistics, and supplier management.
• Experience partnering cross-functionally with Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing/Technical Operations, Quality, and external supply partners to develop integrated supply plans.
• Proven ability to build processes, implement systems, and establish scalable operating models in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• APICS certification required; Lean and/or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred.
• Hands-on, collaborative leader with exceptional analytical skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to influence across functions while operating in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Curious, continuous learner with an interest in evaluating emerging technologies, including AI-enabled planning and analytics, to improve supply chain performance.

Company culture emphasizes a small, tight-knit, high-performing team that works with urgency, positivity, and a deep sense of ownership. We value strong organization, thoughtful collaboration, and genuine investment in team success. Honest, direct communication is central to how we work and grow together.

Location and travel: Hybrid in either New Haven, CT, Buffalo, NY or Yardley, PA. Travel: ~1020% (internal meetings, supplier and manufacturing site visits).

Salary and benefits: Veradermics provides a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary, annual performance bonus eligibility, and access to the employee stock option plan. Robust benefits package, including health coverage, retirement benefit matching, dependent care FSA, and unlimited paid time off.

Equal opportunity employer: Veradermics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.