Senior Director Network Strategy

Job Title: Senior Director, Network Strategy Location: Work location flexibility: —Gaithersburg, United States Hybrid working model: 3 days per week in the office location About This Opportunity At AstraZeneca, we transform opportunities into life-changing medicines through entrepreneurial thinking and strategic vision. As our Senior Director Network Strategy, you'll drive the strategic evolution of our biologics manufacturing network, ensuring we're positioned to deliver breakthrough therapies to patients worldwide. This role sits within Global Supply Chain and Strategy, where you'll take strategic ownership of our biologics drug substance platform and shape the future of our global manufacturing footprint. What You'll Do Strategic Leadership Develop and execute comprehensive network strategies for the biologics drug substance platform across AstraZeneca's global operations Lead strategic evaluations of our supply chain footprint, including make-vs-buy decisions and contract manufacturing partnerships Drive capacity planning by analyzing portfolio demand and aligning supply options to meet current and future requirements Collaborate cross-functionally with Biologics Global Technical Operations, BPD, Global Engineering, and GSSDs to integrate emerging pipeline technologies into our network strategy Business Impact Evaluate and optimize asset utilization, identifying opportunities for network optimization and efficiency improvements Design the biologics drug substance network to support AstraZeneca's exciting pipeline of breakthrough therapies and emerging modalities Provide strategic input on capital allocation decisions with direct accountability for CapEx prioritization within your platform Assess financial implications of strategic options, analyzing impact on CapEx, OpEx, and inventory optimization Represent Global Operations in senior cross-functional decision-making forums Stakeholder Engagement Partner closely with Global Biologics Operations and Biopharmaceutical Development teams Influence product development processes to ensure effective supply chain design for new biologics Act as an external ambassador for AstraZeneca's Global Operations function Challenge and influence senior stakeholders across the organization when strategic alignment is needed What You'll Bring Essential Experience 10-15 years in biologics manufacturing, supply chain, or strategic operations roles Education Bachelors degree or equivalent in Business, Logistics, Sciences or Engineering Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and driving strategic initiatives Expertise in biologics drug substance manufacturing processes and technologies Strong background in supply chain design, capacity planning, and network optimization Experience in pharmaceutical product development processes and regulatory environments Core Competencies Strategic thinking: Scenario planning, long-range strategy development, and complex problem-solving Financial acumen: Business case development, capital allocation, and P&L impact assessment Leadership: Matrix team management, stakeholder influence, and change management Communication: Executive-level presentation skills and ability to articulate complex strategies Industry knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical/biotech operations and global regulatory landscape Why This Role Matters You'll directly impact AstraZeneca's ability to deliver life-changing medicines by ensuring our biologics manufacturing network is strategically positioned for current portfolio needs and future growth. Your decisions will influence billions in capital investment and affect our ability to serve patients globally. Key Relationship to reach solutions: • Internal (to AZ or team): Relevant site planning function; Site Heads and Process Execution Team Leaders; The Operations Leadership Team • External (to AZ): Third-party suppliers The annual base pay (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $167,251 to $250,876 USD. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Date Posted 02-Apr-2026 Closing Date 08-Apr-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.

Salary : $167,251 - $250,876