Director, Supply Chain

Location: This position is based in our Walkersville, MD office. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST.

• Full‑time base annual salary ranging between $190,000 to $225,000.
• 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).

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

As the Director of Supply Chain, you will lead end‑to‑end supply chain operations for the site, ensuring seamless execution from demand planning through order fulfillment. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you will drive strategy, operational excellence, and cross‑functional alignment to deliver on service, cost, and inventory objectives within a GMP‑regulated manufacturing environment. In addition to the Walkersville site, you will also provide oversight and leadership for Supply Chain activities at the Durham, NC site, with a focus on Planning and Purchasing.

• Lead end‑to‑end Supply Chain operations for the site, including Planning, Procurement, Warehousing, and Order Fulfillment.
• Provide oversight and strategic direction for Durham, NC site Supply Chain activities, specifically Planning and Purchasing.
• Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT) and Global Supply Chain Leadership Team.
• Own and optimize the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Develop and execute master production schedules and material plans.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Quality (QA/QC), MS&T, Program Management, Finance, and HR.
• Lead monthly operations reviews and support S&OP forums.
• Oversee sourcing, procurement, and supplier collaboration.
• Drive inventory management excellence.
• Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing supply chain team.
• Champion standardization, harmonization, and process improvements across sites.
• Lead or contribute to global and site‑level strategic initiatives.
• Ensure strong customer focus by aligning supply chain execution with customer needs.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or related functions, ideally within a GMP‑regulated environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams in both direct and matrixed environments.
• Deep understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain processes.
• Strong expertise in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and demand/supply balancing.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively within a site leadership team.
• Strategic mindset with strong business acumen.
• Experience driving operational excellence initiatives, including Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills, including financial, inventory, and capacity planning.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to lead through change, manage competing priorities, and deliver results.
• High level of accountability, ownership, and ability to navigate complex challenges.

Travel:
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10% of the time to meet business objectives.

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.