Job Description Summary
Internal job title: Associate Director, Drug Supply

Location: East Hanover, NJ, United States

Relocation Support: This role is based in East Hanover, NJ, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end raw material planning, forecasting, purchasing, and availability to support uninterrupted Good Manufacturing Practice manufacturing.
• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Development, Technology Transfer, and Validation to develop robust supply strategies.
• Oversee direct and indirect material procurement, supplier management, invoice review, and budget planning activities.
• Manage material release processes, monitor shortages, and implement mitigation plans for critical supply risks.
• Direct warehouse and logistics operations, including inventory control, material receipt, storage, movement, and product shipment.
• Drive warehouse optimisation through process improvements, standard operating procedures, system enhancements, and Lean principles.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, safety, and business continuity requirements while developing and leading a high-performing team.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related discipline.
• Significant logistics and supply chain leadership experience within a pharmaceutical or industrial operations environment, including Cell and Gene Therapy.
• Deep understanding of materials management and supply chain planning principles, including forecasting, purchasing, distribution, transportation, and inventory management.
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice regulations and compliance requirements within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated financial acumen, including management of warehouse budgets, inventory, working capital, and logistics costs.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive operational excellence, and build high-performing organisations.

The salary for this position is expected to range between $138,600 and $257,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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Salary Range
$138,600.00 - $257,400.00

Skills Desired
Assembly Language (ASM), Biotechnology, Business Networking, Change Controls, Chemistry, Continual Improvement Process, Cost Reduction, General Hse Knowledge (Inactive), Incentive Program (Inactive), Knowledge Of Gmp (Inactive), Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Learning and Development (L&D), Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Production, Operations (Inactive), Productivity (Inactive), Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Six Sigma, Technology Transfer