Senior Director Network Strategy

Gaithersburg, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 167251 - 250876

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About This Opportunity

At AstraZeneca we transform opportunities into life-changing medicines through entrepreneurial thinking and strategic vision. As our Senior Director Network Strategy youll drive the strategic evolution of our biologics manufacturing network ensuring were positioned to deliver breakthrough therapies to patients worldwide.

This role sits within Global Supply Chain and Strategy where youll take strategic ownership of our biologics drug substance platform and shape the future of our global manufacturing footprint.

What Youll Do

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute comprehensive network strategies for the biologics drug substance platform across AstraZenecas 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

Business Impact

Evaluate and optimize asset utilization identifying opportunities for network optimization and efficiency improvements

Design the biologics drug substance network to support AstraZenecas 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

Stakeholder Engagement

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 AstraZenecas Global Operations function

Challenge and influence senior stakeholders across the organization when strategic alignment is needed

What Youll Bring

Essential Experience

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

Core Competencies

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

Why This Role Matters

Youll directly impact AstraZenecas ability to deliver life-changing medicines by ensuring our biologics manufacturing network is strategically positioned for current portfolio needs and future growth. Your decisions will influence billions in capital investment and affect our ability to serve patients globally.

Key Relationship to reach solutions:
Internal (to AZ or team): Relevant site planning function; Site Heads and Process Execution Team Leaders; The Operations Leadership Team
External (to AZ): Third-party suppliers

The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $167251 to $250876 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentivesan opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs paid time off (i.e. vacation holiday and leaves) as well as health dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Date Posted

10-Dec-2025

Closing Date

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About This OpportunityAt AstraZeneca we transform opportunities into life-changing medicines through entrepreneurial thinking and strategic vision. As our Senior Director Network Strategy youll drive the strategic evolution of our biologics manufacturing network ensuring were positioned to deliver b...