Senior Director Network Strategy

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

11d

About The Position

At AstraZeneca, we transform opportunities into life-changing medicines through entrepreneurial thinking and strategic vision. As our Senior Director Network Strategy , you'll drive the strategic evolution of our biologics manufacturing network, ensuring we're positioned to deliver breakthrough therapies to patients worldwide. This role sits within Global Supply Chain and Strategy , where you'll take strategic ownership of our biologics drug substance platform and shape the future of our global manufacturing footprint.

Requirements

• 10-15 years in biologics manufacturing, supply chain, or strategic operations roles
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives
• Expertise in biologics drug substance manufacturing processes and technologies
• Strong background in supply chain design, capacity planning, and network optimization
• Experience in pharmaceutical product development processes and regulatory environments
• Strategic thinking: Scenario planning, long-range strategy development, and complex problem-solving
• Financial acumen: Business case development, capital allocation, and P&L impact assessment
• Leadership: Matrix team management, stakeholder influence, and change management
• Communication: Executive-level presentation skills and ability to articulate complex strategies
• Industry knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical/biotech operations and global regulatory landscape

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive network strategies for the biologics drug substance platform across AstraZeneca's global operations
• Lead strategic evaluations of our supply chain footprint, including make-vs-buy decisions and contract manufacturing partnerships
• Drive capacity planning by analyzing portfolio demand and aligning supply options to meet current and future requirements
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Biologics Global Technical Operations, BPD, Global Engineering, and GSSDs to integrate emerging pipeline technologies into our network strategy
• Evaluate and optimize asset utilization , identifying opportunities for network optimization and efficiency improvements
• Design the biologics drug substance network to support AstraZeneca's exciting pipeline of breakthrough therapies and emerging modalities
• Provide strategic input on capital allocation decisions with direct accountability for CapEx prioritization within your platform
• Assess financial implications of strategic options, analyzing impact on CapEx , OpEx, and inventory optimization
• Represent Global Operations in senior cross-functional decision-making forums
• Partner closely with Global Biologics Operations and Biopharmaceutical Development teams
• Influence product development processes to ensure effective supply chain design for new biologics
• Act as an external ambassador for AstraZeneca's Global Operations function
• Challenge and influence senior stakeholders across the organization when strategic alignment is needed

Benefits

• qualified retirement programs
• paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
• health, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees