Associate Director, Site Supply Chain

Job Title: Associate Director, Site Supply Chain

Introduction to role:
Are you ready to take on a strategic leadership role in supply chain management? We are seeking an Associate Director of Site Supply Chain to lead planning and operations at AstraZeneca’s manufacturing facilities in Tarzana and Santa Monica, CA. This role involves developing site operations strategies to ensure the efficient production and supply of cell therapy products, collaborating with Global Planning to support S&OP and S&OE processes. If you have a background in supply chain management, capacity planning, or network planning within the cell therapy industry, this could be your next exciting challenge!

Accountabilities:

Manage and implement site supply chain strategies aligned with manufacturing site operational goals, ensuring the efficient and reliable manufacture of cell therapy products to meet patient needs. 

1. Site Operations Planning:
- Lead site operations planning process at the AstraZeneca cell therapy manufacturing sites at Tarzana and Santa Monica, CA, including demand review, capacity evaluation and slot planning to ensure schedule and resource optimization.

2. Manufacturing Capacity and Network Planning:
- Collaborate with Global Planning, Manufacturing and Operations teams to develop capacity plans that improve resource utilization and efficiency while maintaining product quality and compliance.

3. End-to-End Site Planning:
- Own supply chain related change assessments for manufacturing process improvements/revisions and new product introductions.
- Improve supply chain efficiency and resilience, implementing guidelines, process improvements, and technology solutions.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- Bachelors Degree with 10+ years of experience or Masters Degree with 8+ years of experience
- Expertise in developing supply chain strategies that improve capacity, inventory levels, production efficiency, and customer service levels. Certification in APICS or equivalent.
- Knowledge of autologous cell therapy supply chain, including Make To Order and Make to Stock planning and cell therapy capacity planning.
- Analytical, with the ability to translate data into relevant recommendations.
- Experience leading teams.
- Proficiency in supply chain planning and production systems, such as ERP systems, demand planning tools, slot management and inventory optimization software.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- At least 10 years of experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, inventory management, and production planning, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with specific experience in cell therapy.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $117,294.40 - $175,941.60. 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 (salaried roles), to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles), and commission payment eligibility (sales roles). 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.

At AstraZeneca, you'll find yourself immersed in a dynamic environment where innovation is at the forefront. With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join our team. We thrive on adapting and innovating at pace, tackling varied challenges as we launch groundbreaking scientific products and novel medicines. Our commitment to quality ignites our passion for rapidly developing new processes that make a real difference.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of our journey to deliver life-changing medicines!

Date Posted

11-Sep-2025

Closing Date

24-Sep-2025

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