The Director, RDU IT – Business Partner, Global Supply Chain provides strategic technology, data, and leadership and serves as the primary interface between Global Supply Chain and IT. The role defines and executes the Digital, Data, and AI strategy to deliver measurable business value, resilience, and scalable global execution. You will be responsible for: Act as the trusted IT, Data, and AI partner to Global Supply Chain leadership, aligning digital strategy to operational, financial, and patient‑centric outcomes. Define and lead the Supply Chain Digital vision, ensuring business‑led, value‑driven use cases aligned with enterprise governance. Build strong executive partnerships across the Global Supply Chain and IT Leadership to drive shared accountability for business Digital outcomes. Identify and advance AI, analytics, and automation opportunities to improve service, cost, resilience, compliance, and decision quality. Influence enterprise technology and data strategy through deep expertise in supply chain processes, data domains, and system integration. Digital, Data & AI Supply Chain Strategy Own the multi‑year Digital, Data roadmap for Global Supply Chain across IBP, manufacturing, logistics, and quality. Establish the data foundation (architecture, integration, analytics) to enable scalable Technology solutions and insights. Prioritise AI use cases by value and readiness, progressing from analytics to autonomous decision support, aligned with process and data standards. Lead end‑to‑end delivery of digital, data initiatives from ideation and funding through deployment, adoption, and value realisation. Implement AI/ML, decision intelligence, and automation to improve forecasting, scenario planning, exception management, and execution performance. Technology, Data & Vendor Leadership Shape the Supply Chain data and analytics ecosystem, ensuring alignment with enterprise platforms, cloud strategy, and AI tooling. Develop and manage strategic partnerships with technology vendors, data platform providers, and system integrators, ensuring delivery quality and value. Drive optimisation and increased adoption of platform/products across Global Supply Chain to scale technology. People & Leadership Provide leadership and direction to Supply Chain IT, data, and digital teams within the broader IT Operations organisation. Build strong alignment across business, IT, and data communities, fostering shared accountability for outcomes and value realisation. Coach and mentor senior leaders in data‑driven and AI‑enabled ways of working, strengthening capability maturity across the organisation. Ensure adherence to company standards for quality, compliance, security, data governance, and responsible AI use. Experience & Capability Profile Required Bachelor’s degree in IT, Data, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; Master’s or MBA preferred. 10+ years of senior IT, data, and digital leadership experience within complex, end‑to‑end supply chain environments. Proven track record building data and master data foundations, delivering AI and analytics enabled initiatives on Supply Chain platforms with measurable business outcomes. Strong commercial acumen, executive communication skills, and ability to lead decisively in ambiguous, fast‑changing environments. Preferred Leadership of enterprise‑scale digital, data, and transformation programs with hands‑on operational delivery experience. Strong senior‑level stakeholder management across global, virtual, and multicultural environments. Passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and responsible AI adoption, with flexibility for international engagement. Date Posted: 04-Mar-2026 Closing Date: 18-Mar-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Director, RDU IT – Business Partner to lead strategic technology and digital initiatives within the Global Supply Chain. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of leadership experience in IT, data, and digital transformation, demonstrating a strong track record in AI and analytics. Responsibilities include executing digital strategies and building partnerships across IT and Business. This role offers an opportunity to drive significant impact through technology in a fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The NPI Planner (Senior Manager) is accountable for end-to-end supply planning for first commercial launches across all modalities, owning planning activities from 36 months pre-launch through 12 months post-launch , followed by a structured transition to the Supply Planning organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an organisation with strong growth ambitions and a robust pipeline , targeting the launch of multiple new products before 2030 . The role operates in a high-ambiguity environment, often managing multiple NPIs in parallel with staggered launch timings , and plays a critical role in reducing launch risk , ensuring the right inventory is in the right place at the right time, and enabling timely patient access to new therapies. The NPI Planner sits at the centre of launch decision-making, providing baseline assumptions, scenario-based insights, clear recommendations, and proactive risk escalation to senior leadership through Global S&OP forums. Accountabilities NPI Planning Ownership Own baseline supply planning for NPIs from 36 months prior to first commercial launch through 12 months post-launch Plan across all modalities (biologics, small molecules, devices, combination products) Develop, maintain, and actively challenge key planning assumptions and parameters, including: Demand uncertainty and ranges during the first 12–18 months post-launch Capacity readiness, constraints, and flexibility Lead times, yields, inventory policies, and launch buffers Define, manage, and track launch planning targets (service level, inventory positioning, and milestone adherence) Governance, Tools & Data Execute NPI planning using a structured Smartsheet NPI checklist , ensuring strong governance, documentation, and audit-ready traceability, while continuously updating and improving the checklist to embed lessons learned and evolving best practices. Ensure master data and planning alignment within OMP , including accurate NPI setup, parameters, and scenarios Actively support and contribute to the NPI Stage Gate process , ensuring planning readiness, assumptions, and risks are aligned to gate decisions and approvals Scenario & Range-Based Planning Lead range-based planning and scenario modelling within OMP Assess launch supply risks and trade-offs, including CDMO-related variability (capacity, lead times, yields, change readiness), Translate outputs into clear impacts, recommendations, and mitigations for review at Global S&OP Supply Reviews. Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication Act as the supply planning representative within the Global Operations Launch Team Partner closely with the NPI Project Senior Manager to align: Integrated launch timelines and critical milestones Planning assumptions and cross-functional dependencies Readiness criteria linked to NPI stage-gate decisions Prepare and deliver high-quality PowerPoint presentations for Global S&OP forums Confidently engage senior stakeholders, clearly communicating risks, trade-offs, and recommendations Proactively identify and escalate risks to launch readiness in line with evolving timelines and governance expectations Transition to Supply Planning Lead a structured handover of plans, assumptions, risks, and documentation to Supply Planning teams following 12 months post-launch Ensure continuity of planning ownership and stable supply performance post-transition. Essential Skills/Experience 8–10+ years ’ experience in supply planning, NPI, or launch planning within biopharma Demonstrated experience supporting first commercial product launches Experience working across complex, multi-modality supply chains Strong hands‑on experience with OMP (or a similar advanced planning system) Proven capability in scenario modelling, range-based planning, and executive-level communication High proficiency in Smartsheet, Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint Structured, risk‑based thinker comfortable operating with incomplete data and evolving assumptions Desirable Skills/Experience APICS certification (CPIM and/or CSCP) or equivalent professional supply chain qualification Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent) Experience with SAP ECC or SAP S/4HANA , with SAP S/4HANA preferred Experience working in organisations with mature IBP / S&OP governance Why AstraZeneca Here, your planning acumen directly accelerates access for some of the most underserved patients. You will work at the intersection of cutting‑edge science and high‑urgency launches, combining the energy of a nimble biotech with the reach and rigor of a global biopharma. We bring unexpected teams into the same room to unleash bold thinking, act with urgency, and turn insight into action. You will be surrounded by people who value kindness alongside ambition, who invest in your growth, and who expect your voice at the table as we reimagine how quickly and reliably new therapies can reach those who need them most. Call to Action If you are ready to turn uncertainty into launch certainty and build the supply backbone for life‑changing medicines, we want to hear how you will make it happen! Date Posted 03-Mar-2026 Closing Date 02-Mar-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A prominent biopharma company is seeking a Senior NPI Planner to manage supply planning for first commercial launches, from 36 months pre-launch to 12 months post-launch. This role requires 8-10 years of experience in supply planning or NPI within the biopharma space, a strong grasp of scenario modelling, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and contribute to ensuring timely patient access to new therapies. #J-18808-Ljbffr
