Director, Cell Therapy Supply Chain Strategy & Business Planning

In AstraZeneca's Cell Therapy division, we follow the science to explore and innovate. We are working towards treating, preventing, modifying, and even curing some of the world's most complex diseases. We have the potential to grow our pipeline and positively impact the lives of patients around the world. We are committed to making a difference and have built our business around our passion for science. Now we are fusing data and technology with the latest scientific innovations to achieve the next wave of breakthroughs. This role is part of the Operations team tasked with supporting Clinical and Commercial production across multiple sites.

We are looking for a Director of Cell Therapy Supply Chain Strategy and Business Planning. You will work with senior leaders to advance key strategic cell therapy supply chain initiatives, and support the development and monitoring of goals, operating model, and the business plan. You will be based in Gaithersburg, MD or Santa Monica, CA and will report to the Head of Cell Therapy Global Supply Chain.

You Will:

• Partner with Senior Leadership Team Members and act as the lead on complex and strategic projects that will advance cell therapy towards Astra Zeneca’s Cell Therapy Ambition.  Develop strategic frameworks, approaches, deliverables, and plans.  Align stakeholders to work towards project milestones.

• Facilitate the creation and monitoring of the cell therapy supply chain operating model, capability build, and business plans aligned to goals and strategies.

• Help develop the annual strategy planning calendar, ensuring key milestones and initiatives are aligned with business objectives.

• Partner with the Leadership team to develop annual goals.  Track and report supply chain progress and performance through monthly business reviews and weekly pulse checks. 

• Support preparation for critical business processes or Business Review Meetings

• Manage the operational processes that support budget business cycles.

• Work with the Leadership Team to set Face-to-Face meeting agendas, facilitate meetings and monitor critical and strategic actions to ensure the delivery of departmental goals.

• Partner with Leadership to deliver and prepare for key functional engagements such as townhalls and other communications that align the organization

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering; MBA preferred

• 12+ years of experience with BS or 10+ years with MS/MA/MBA in an operations environment, with experience in supply chain and operations strategic planning preferably within cell therapy.

• Ability to translate business needs into strategies, frameworks, and operational plans.

• Strong project management skills.

• Effective interactive skills with team members, both internally and externally.

• Experience leading cross functional teams.

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The annual base pay for this position ranges from $139,000 to $209,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program. Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.