Global Head of Clinical Supply Chain Strategy and Business Operations Support
Core
Lead end-to-end clinical trial supply chain (PTDS) strategy, digital transformation, and global business operations for Roche's R&D and clinical trial divisions.
Role type
Senior executive (Global Head) in clinical supply chain strategy and business operations
Builds
Global clinical trial supply networks, digital/ERP roadmaps (SAP S/4HANA, ICSM), and operational excellence capabilities
Domain
Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry, Clinical Trial Supply Chain, Enterprise Systems
Required skills
Strategic planning, Digital transformation, Enterprise ERP implementation, Lean Six Sigma, Financial planning, Risk management, Process standardization, Executive leadership
Preferred skills
MBA or advanced degree, PMP certification, Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt, German language skills
Technologies
SAP S/4HANA, ICSM, bPPM, ASPIRE, CLARA, OMP
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end PTDS business strategy and align with R&D Vision 2030; Drive core digital, ERP, and AI roadmaps including SAP S/4HANA migration; Direct line management of OE teams to champion Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen; Lead cross-functional budget rounds and manage 1-year operational and 3–5-year strategic financial horizons; Establish and govern risk management frameworks and Business Continuity Management strategies; Maintain business process ownership across Plan-to-Deliver operations; Oversee sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives; Empower and lead a diverse, multicultural team across global hubs.
Seniority
Executive, Global Head
