Executive Director, Supply Chain & External Manufacturing
Core
Own end-to-end supply chain and external manufacturing for gene editing therapies, from raw materials through clinical and commercial supply.
Role type
Executive Director, Supply Chain & External Manufacturing
Builds
Clinical and commercial supply chains for gene editing programs (cell therapy, LNP Prime Editor)
Domain
Biotechnology / Gene Editing / Cell Therapy
Required skills
Supply chain strategy, AI-enabled operations, materials management, CDMO/CRO management, clinical supply readiness, budget ownership, team leadership
Preferred skills
MS/PhD/MBA, 15-20+ years in biotech/pharma, cell therapy/LNP experience, IND/BLA submission support, financial acumen, AI/digital tools implementation
Technologies
AI tools, digital supply chain platforms, forecasting systems, inventory visibility tools
Responsibilities
Define manufacturing and supply chain strategy (network design, make-vs-buy), lead AI-enabled operations (forecasting, partner performance), manage materials management (sourcing, purchasing, inventory), support internal planning and logistics, build and manage external manufacturing partner network, ensure clinical/commercial readiness for submissions, own TDO budget for external spend, lead and coach the supply chain team
Seniority
Executive Director, TDO Leadership Team Member
