Associate Director, Logistics Excellence

Location Cork, Ireland Workstyle Hybrid Apply

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Technical Operations

BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

Associate Director, Global Logistics - Cork or Dublin ( Hybrid)

Closing Date: 23rd May 2025

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Centre of Excellence for Logistics Leader is a key role as part of the Global Logistics organisation. This position will have responsibilities across the clinical, commercial, and development science areas related to distribution and order fulfillment activities of BioMarin products. The Centre of Excellence for Logistics Leader is responsible for overseeing and managing cost optimisation and continuously improving performance of the Global Logistics function. This role involves partnering across the business to ensure efficient and effective distribution activities, including warehousing, transportation, and distribution. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of distribution and logistics processes, and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives

Note that individual responsibilities may include all or part of responsibilities defined below depending on individual experience and abilities and may change to best support on‑going business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Cost Management:

Monitor and control distribution costs across the organisation to ensure budget adherence
Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement cost optimization strategies.
Deliver on forecasted cost optimization results

Cost Optimization:

Develop and execute cost optimization initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce expenses.
Analyze cost drivers and implement best practices to achieve cost reduction targets.

Performance Management:

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for distribution operations.
Partnering across the organisation to utilize a metrics control tower and provide real-time visibility into performance metrics.

Continuous Improvement:

Centrally drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance distribution processes and performance.
Develop and implement a consistent transformation methodology to guide improvement efforts.

Project Milestone Planning and Execution:

Provide guidance to functional teams on planning and executing project milestones.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Program-Level Impact Analysis:

Conduct impact analysis to identify potential challenges and risks associated with global distribution programs.
Support the development of mitigation plans to address identified risks.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and implement distribution plans.
Facilitate communication and coordination between teams to ensure successful implementation.

Metrics and Evaluation:

Establish and standardize metrics and evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of transformation initiatives
Track and report on value realization metrics to assess the impact of changes.
Provide subject matter expertise to drive transformation needed in reporting

Best Practices and Lessons Learned:

Identify and implement best practices to continuously improve the distribution transformation process.
Document lessons learned and apply them to future initiatives.

RFP Management:

With cross functional partners, lead the development and management of Request for Proposals (RFPs) for distribution services.
Evaluate vendor proposals and negotiate contracts to ensure optimal terms and conditions.

Contract Management:

Oversee the administration of distribution contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations as needed.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, hub leaders, to optimize the supply chain.

Change Leadership:

As a member of the Global Distribution Leadership team support and drive the change management requirements through communication internally and externally, developing the vision for the hub team and the broader Distribution organisation and empowering the hub team members to make effective decisions.

Other activities as assigned

SCOPE

This role is responsible for supporting the efficient movement of lifesaving therapies in compliance with applicable regulations. Decisions made in this role are of critical nature in mitigating risks for the business while ensuring BioMarin’s commercial products are delivered to patients in a timely and compliant manner.

The candidate should demonstrate the following attributes:

·A firm commitment to BioMarin’s cultural beliefs and values

·Consistent track record of exceeding objectives within area of influence

·Ability to achieve results through others without direct reporting lines

·Strong problem solving skills with a global focus both internally and externally

·Possess a high level of accountability and demonstrate an ability to be a change agent in a highly regulated industry

·Flexibility and ability to deal with changing priorities without losing sight of the overall business

·Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills working with all levels and within an environment of constant change

·Proactive and energetic outlook with an unwillingness to accept the status quo

·Interaction and collaboration with team members, peers and senior management

·Ability to work independently with strong time management skills

EDUCATION

·Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus.

·In lieu of above, other undergraduate degree plus continuing education in the logistics or extended supply chain management field required

·Lean Six Sigma Certification preferred, ideally to green-belt level

EXPERIENCE

·Minimum of 7 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management or similar business leadership, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

·Strong leadership and team management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in logistics software and systems, and a solid understanding of logistics and supply chain principles.

·Detail-oriented, analytical thinker, problem-solver, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

·Cold Chain experience highly desirable

·Proven ability to lead change initiatives and drive improvements within and across functions which enable compliance and mitigate risk

·Ability to effectively work autonomously and independently

·Understanding of PowerBI, SAP, or like technologies

CONTACTS

Commercial, Site Operations, Clinical Operations, Worldwide Research & Development Scientists, Contract Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Finance

External partners including 3PL providers, transport carriers.

Travel - circa 15% travel

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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