Supply Chain Robotics Lead
On-site · Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Supply Chain Robotics Lead responsible for leading supply chain and technical operations support for AstraZeneca's cell therapy robotics project. Own alignment across timelines, materials, and operational requirements; partner with internal technical, manufacturing, procurement, and project teams to implement robotic solutions; engage external suppliers to identify, assess, develop, and manage sources for advanced raw materials, consumables, and enabling technologies; review and approve technical drawings and specifications for consumables; support commercial discussions with suppliers including scope definition, negotiation, and procurement activities; establish robust supply strategies for specialized materials; provide technical input into material selection and process compatibility; forecast, plan, and ensure supply continuity; assess supplier capabilities, risks, and scalability; contribute to external manufacturing and supply-model development; drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely execution and issue resolution.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in global supply chain, preferably within cell therapy, or advanced biologics.
- Strong technical and operational background in cell therapy manufacturing and/or cell therapy technical operations.
- Experience working with advanced suppliers, including development, qualification, negotiation, and ongoing supplier management.
- Demonstrated ability to support the design, sourcing, and procurement of complex or specialized raw materials and consumables.
- Experience reviewing and approving technical drawings, specifications, and design documentation for consumables or specialized materials.
- Strong understanding of the operational needs associated with cell therapy processes and manufacturing platforms.
- Experience working across technical, operational, and commercial interfaces in a highly cross-functional environment.
- Ability to manage ambiguity and support evolving project needs in an innovative and rapidly developing area.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
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