[Remote] Associate Director, Supply Chain - Change & Program Management

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is a global biotechnology company focused on translating genetic discoveries into new medicines. The Associate Director, Supply Chain - Change & Program Management plays a critical role in driving supply chain transformation initiatives, leading change management efforts, and overseeing continuous improvement projects aligned with strategic goals.ResponsibilitiesLead structured change management efforts for transformation initiatives, including communication, training, stakeholder engagement, and adoption trackingApply formal change methodologies to assess readiness, manage resistance, and monitor success metricsDevelop and deliver enablement materials, workshops, and coaching to support change adoption across functionsOversee a portfolio of supply chain improvement projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and measurable value deliveryFacilitate governance routines, prioritize initiatives, and track benefits realization and KPIsCoordinate cross-functional resources and manage interdependencies across initiativesIdentify and lead process improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma tools (e.g., root-cause analysis, Kaizen, value stream mapping)Drive operational efficiency, quality, and cost optimization across planning, manufacturing, logistics, and clinical supply chainChampion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellenceServe as a liaison between Supply Chain and core functions (Commercial, Manufacturing, QA/GxP, Finance, IT)Facilitate working sessions, governance forums, and decision-making cadences to align stakeholders and resolve blockersBuild and maintain strong relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and shared ownership of changeDefine and monitor KPIs for change adoption and project outcomesEnsure structured handover of initiatives to operational teams, with clear roles and responsibilitiesRecommend and execute post-implementation enhancements to maximize long-term valueSkillsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA or master's preferred10+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or transformation roles within biopharma or regulated industriesProven expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or equivalent experience)Demonstrated success leading organizational change and managing improvement portfoliosStrong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skillsExperience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP IBP, Kinaxis), project management tools, and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)Company OverviewFounded in 1997, BioMarin is a global biotechnology company dedicated to transforming lives through genetic discovery. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in San Rafael, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.biomarin.com.