Executive Director. External Supply Chain
AstraZeneca

Join us as an Executive Director, External Supply Chain, where you will be responsible for managing supply of critical custom raw materials, drug substances, and drug products, as well as analytical testing, and other CMC projects from CDMOs. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA and reports to the VP of Supply Chain. This is your chance to break new ground and leave a collective legacy in the field of Cell Therapy Operations!

Accountabilities:
As an Executive Director, you will develop short, mid, and long-term supply strategy and plans for non-viral and viral gene editing materials and drug product produced at CDMOs. You will influence CMC product and operations strategy based on CDMO supply and drive CDMO execution and innovation to support Neogene/AZ's CMC, clinical, and commercial roadmap and timelines. You will also lead cross-functional teams for management of ongoing operations and performance at CDMOs.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- A minimum of sixteen (16) years with BS/BA, or minimum of fourteen (14) years with MS/MA or MBA, or a minimum of twelve (12) years with PhD.
- 12 plus years in supply chain management within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.

Desirable Skills/Experience:
- CMC, process development, and/or manufacturing preferred.
- Cell and Gene therapy and CDMO management preferred.

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the desire to push boundaries and deliver life-changing medicines. With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join our Supply Chain team. We are a diverse, multigenerational team of experts connected across the globe. We interpret the science, connecting it with the business need to apply manufacturing excellence. If you are dedicated, thrive at pace, continuously learning and proactively taking on more, then this is the place for you.

Ready to make a big impact? Join us at AstraZeneca and contribute to life-changing medicines. Apply now!

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.