Process Lead - Global Supply Chain Excellence

Process Lead - Global Supply Chain Excellence

Position Summary:

• Full‑time salaried position.
• When not traveling, the role requires onsite presence at a U.S. Catalent site.

• Support global supply chain process excellence across planning, scheduling, materials management, and warehouse logistics, aligning to GMP standards and CDMO business models.
• Establish harmonized process controls and KPIs to ensure consistency across sites.
• Host global forums to share best practices, engage SMEs, and coordinate cross‑functional working groups.
• Lead Lean/Six Sigma improvement programs to reduce cycle times, optimize inventory, and support right‑first‑time performance.
• Drive optimization of current systems (ERP, MES) to enable GMP‑compliant, data‑driven decision making.
• Lead implementation of advanced planning capabilities (capacity modeling, MPS/MRP improvements, finite scheduling, end‑to‑end analytics).
• Identify and deploy digital tools to improve process robustness (workflow automation, dashboards, exception management tools).
• Maintain flexibility for a work schedule that includes remote work, travel, and on‑site presence.
• Travel 25% of the year on a global basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (required).
• APICS or CPIM certification (desired).
• Minimum ten years of supply chain experience, ideally in pharmaceutical or CDMO environments.
• Experience working fluidly across diverse cultures to build teams and improve customer results.
• Demonstrated experience in global process ownership or multi‑site operations leadership.
• Strong understanding of GMP, regulatory expectations (FDA, EMA), and pharmaceutical quality systems.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP (SAP, JDE/Oracle), MES, and analytics platforms (Power BI).
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift 0–15 pounds.

New Jersey Posting – anticipated salary range: $85,000–$122,000, plus bonus when eligible. The final offer will be based on experience, education, and business needs.

• Defined career path and annual performance reviews.
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays.
• Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Well Hub – program to promote overall physical wellness.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact Disabili