Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Responsible for enabling the deployment and sustainability of the SAP Execution Blueprint. The role will secure those global processes, via blueprints, tools and roles are operationalized and embedded at all levels in line with the globally agreed design intent & policies of Lonza’s Supply Chain. This alignment is a necessary step in the establishment of globally integrated supply chain solutions. The role will also drive the sustainability of processes (i.e., SAP) within the organization, train users and SMEs, and ensure the appropriate level of documentation (Policies, SOPs, Work Instructions) are in place and embedded into the LONZA Quality System. Is an opinion leader who can drive transformation by keeping an organization’s overall culture in sight. Is a subject matter expert in SAP, in SAP processes, and in Lonza’s operational/ execution supply chain processes.

Position is fully remote, can be based anywhere in the world (US East Coast preferred)

Key responsibilities:

• This role will deploy and sustain the SAP Execution Blueprint:  
• Ensure the Handbook is Updated and Controls are in place
• Complete assessments/ implementations plus report outs
• Align with Blueprint “SMEs”
• Conduct MRP (materials requirements planning)/ purchase requisition to purchase order training when needed
• Establish/ Revise/ Implement Criteria for Blueprint Certification
• Certifications/ Re-Certifications – manage, track, deliver certification
• Establish Governance
• Set ambitious and realistic plan and priorities, implement and monitor appropriate KPIs, to track progress, able to prioritize activities overcoming challenges while maintain high quality standard.
• Challenge status quo to improve processes, open to new ideas, able to learn from others and from personal experiences to propose and drive changes; use to navigate in ambiguity keeping focus on business requirements

Key requirements:

• Degree in Life science with strong supply chain background experience in a site environment
• At least 10+ additional years of work experience in multiple Supply Chain site functions with a strong focus on planning, execution and logistics processes
• Experience working in Life Sciences or Pharmaceuticals required
• SME in SAP
• Masters APICS CPIM professional standards.
• Subject matter expert for planning and execution
• Ability to establish and track project delivery.
• Proven experience with handling multiple global and complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to identify and resolve conflicts.
• Good communication and presentation skills, ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Proven ability to lead up and influencing and coaching people on all hierarchy levels • Ideally a manufacturing or technical experience demonstrating a self-starting and hands-on quality.
• • Excellent communication skills to lead and support empowered employees and leaders in a multi-cultural team environment

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

The full-time base annual salary for this remote position is expected to range between $139,500 and $155,000. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including the location of the successful candidate, qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and job-related knowledge. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including performance-related bonus (20%), medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.