Director, Global DFS Direct Procurement

Job Title

Director, Global Direct Procurement, Dosage Form Solutions (DFS)

Location

Greenwood, SC (Hybrid)

Summary
Join Lonza as Director of Global Direct Procurement for Dosage Form Solutions (DFS) and lead a critical function that shapes our sourcing strategies worldwide. In this role, you’ll drive innovation, strengthen supplier partnerships, and deliver sustainable value that impacts millions of lives.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do

• Lead global procurement strategies for DFS Direct Materials to deliver cost, quality, and service improvements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive innovation and ensure continuity of supply.
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage risk and supply assurance through proactive planning and mitigation strategies.
• Represent Procurement in key customer engagements and cross-functional initiatives.
• Lead and develop a global team of category managers and strategic buyers.
• Champion continuous improvement and digital procurement capabilities.

What we are looking for

• Master’s degree in business Admin, Procurement, Health & Nutrition or Pharma required.
• 10+ years of Pharma and Health & Nutrition global procurement experience in a matrixed environment required.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills with experience managing teams.
• Expertise in category management, supplier management, negotiations, and contracting.
• Experience with e-procurement systems and global supplier programs.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Background in life sciences, CDMO, or related industries preferred.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.