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.

• Own the global demand planning process across all time horizons (IBP and Long-Range Plan), ensuring stable, reliable, and high‑quality demand signals for supply, manufacturing, and financial planning.
• Support development of accurate country, regional, and global forecasts using advanced statistical and machine‑learning methods in close partnership with the Commercial and FP&A teams.
• Ensure alignment of demand plans with Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, and regional partners through a disciplined consensus process.
• Manage demand planning for both commercial portfolio and select clinical/early‑access requirements where necessary.
• Establish and maintain optimal inventory strategies including safety stock, buffers, and segmentation to balance service levels, cost, and supply risk.
• Champion the effective use of ERP and advanced planning tools (SAP IBP, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, O9, OMP, Anaplan) to enable real‑time visibility and agility.

• Design and deliver a multi‑year global demand planning strategy and digital roadmap aligned with enterprise transformation goals.
• Deploy advanced predictive analytics, scenario planning, and “what‑if” modeling to support business decisions and risk mitigation, enabling agile response strategies in close collaboration with senior leadership.
• Build a metric-driven culture by developing, tracking, and governing KPIs such as forecast accuracy, bias, service levels, inventory turns, and demand variability.
• Continuously improve processes using Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and digital automation methodologies, championing innovation and standardization.

• Lead the demand step of the IBP cycle and serve as a key leader in global S&OP forums.
• Ensure demand plans connect seamlessly into supply, capacity, financial, and strategic planning cycles.
• Drive maturity of the IBP process, partnering cross‑functionally to improve accountability, transparency, and decision‑making across the end‑to‑end planning landscape.

• Partner with Commercial, Business Units, Regional Supply Chain, Finance, Clinical, Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory to ensure full alignment on assumptions, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide clear communication of forecast changes and drivers to senior stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Act as a thought leader on rare‑disease/low‑volume forecasting complexities, digital enablement, and demand‑driven supply strategies.
• Lead key enterprise initiatives focused on planning transformation, system implementation, and organizational capability building.

• Lead, develop, and mentor a global team of demand planners and analysts, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Define organizational roles, competencies, and development pathways for demand planning excellence.
• Build a highly collaborative team environment that thrives in a global matrix structure.

• Strong leadership, executive presence, and the capacity to influence within a global matrix environment by fostering executive-level consensus.

• Deep expertise in end‑to‑end biopharma supply chain planning, including rare disease or specialty product dynamics.
• Highly analytical with mastery of statistical forecasting, digital tools, and scenario modeling.
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to convey complex insights to senior leaders.
• Strong business acumen, strategic mindset, and comfort with ambiguity.
• Demonstrated track record in process governance, standardization, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, or related field required; Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred.
• 10–15+ years of progressive experience in demand planning, forecasting, or global planning roles within biopharmaceuticals or life sciences.Experience in rare disease companies is a plus.
• Significant experience in IBP/S&OP processes and cross‑functional planning leadership.
• Proven experience with ERP and advanced planning tools (SAP IBP, SAP ERP, Kinaxis, O9, OMP, Anaplan or similar).
• APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams (4–10+ people) and developing high‑performing talent.
• Experience supporting or leading digital transformation initiatives in planning functions is highly desirable.

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.

The salary range for this position is: $221,800 to $332,600. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.

• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.