Manager, Supply Chain

Manager, Supply Chain

Location: Tampa, Florida

As the Manager of Supply Chain for the site, you’ll lead supply planning strategy, develop and lead the Supply Chain team, as well as drive cross-functional alignment to support rapid business growth.

What you will get:

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do:

• Lead the strategy and execution of internal production and material planning functions to ensure on-time and high-quality delivery for customers.
• Directly support Supply Chain and Program Management teams in meeting departmental goals through strategic programs and initiatives.
• Drive the evolution, integration, and implementation of supply chain processes to align with rapid business growth and client demand.
• Manage a diverse Supply Chain team (buyers, planners, scheduling, logistics), developing talent and collaborating with PM Group Leads to support overall department objectives.
• Prepare supply planning inputs for monthly S&OP cycles and the annual budgeting process.
• Ensure supply plans translate into accurate material, labor, and capacity plans while driving improvements in plan accuracy and capacity utilization.
• Develop inventory targets, manage direct procurement items, reduce excess inventory, and minimize obsolescence.
• Create and maintain KPIs to support planning improvements, compliance, and data-driven decision-making across the supply chain.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; APICS certification is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Production Planning.
• 3+ years in a leadership role overseeing teams and driving operational outcomes.
• SAP experience required.
• Strong ability to lead cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders such as sales, finance, operations, HR, and program management.
• Proven experience shaping scalable supply chain processes in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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.