Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Technical Operations

BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

Director, Regional Supply Chain - EMEA - Cork or Dublin

Hybrid role 2 days per week onsite

Closing Date; Friday 20th March 2026

The Director, Regional Supply Chain – EMEA is a senior leader responsible for end-to-end supply chain operations across European, Middle Eastern, and African markets. This role ensures secure, compliant, efficient, and agile supply of BioMarin’s commercial and clinical products across a diverse, multi-market region.

Reporting to the Head of Regional Supply Chain, the Director will lead regional demand & supply planning, distribution & logistics, S&OP governance, market product launch readiness, inventory strategy, and risk/continuity planning. The role will closely partner with Commercial, Technical Operations, Quality, Finance, Regulatory, and external supply and distribution partners to ensure high service levels and operational excellence.

This position requires deep pharmaceutical supply chain knowledge, strong leadership in a cross-functional matrix environment, and the ability to influence at all levels. It blends strategic planning with hands-on operational oversight.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regional Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute an EMEA regional supply chain strategy aligned with BioMarin’s global objectives, commercial growth plans, and patient-centric service expectations.
Act as the strategic and tactical business partner for regional supply chain matters, representing Global Supply Chain with senior cross-functional stakeholders.
Shape long-range supply chain capacity, distribution, and inventory strategies to support new indications, market expansions, and portfolio evolution.
Drive continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives (e.g., ERP/APO tools, analytics, visibility platforms) similar to expectations in best-practice pharma roles.

2. Demand, Supply & Inventory Planning

Lead the regional/country S&OP process, including Demand Review, Supply Review, and Regional S&OP alignment forums.
Ensure accurate demand forecasting, scenario planning, and cross-functional consensus for all markets within the supported region.
Align country inventory targets, replenish strategies, and safety stock policies tailored to market variability, product characteristics, and risk levels.
Drive improvements in forecast accuracy, inventory efficiency, OTIF, and service levels.

3. Logistics, Distribution & Order Fulfillment

Oversee regional logistics operations—including distribution centers, 3PL providers, specialty pharmacy networks, import/export activities, and cold chain management—ensuring GDP, GxP, and local regulatory compliance.
Govern supply aspects of distributor relationships and monitor adherence to contractual and service obligations.
Ensure timely order fulfillment and customer support, including proactive communication of delivery performance and issue resolution.

4. New Product Introductions & Launch Excellence

Serve as the accountable supply chain lead for product launches across the Americas, driving planning and execution from agreed Commit-to-File through Commit-to-Launch objectives.
Partner across Global Supply Chain and with Commercial, Technical Development, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure readiness across distribution, labeling, import requirements, and inventory builds.

5. Compliance, Regulatory, and Quality Alignment

Ensure full compliance with market-specific regulations related to pharmaceutical distribution, GDP, import/export, and medicinal products.
Partner with Quality to maintain end-to-end compliance with cGxP, GDP, documentation standards, and audit readiness.
Implement and monitor controls for temperature-sensitive products, serialization, and traceability.

6. Risk Management & Business Continuity

Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., single-source materials, geopolitical impacts, logistics disruptions).
Establish regional continuity plans, dual sourcing strategies where applicable, and crisis management communication protocols such as industry leadership roles and adhere to our existing tier escalation process.

7. Performance Management & Reporting

Define and monitor Regional KPIs for supply performance, S&OP maturity, inventory health, OTIF, customer service levels, and cost-to-serve.
Prepare regular executive reports and support strategic decision-making for global leadership teams.

8. People Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence

Lead, mentor, and develop regional supply chain team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, problem-solving, and operational excellence.
Build strong partnerships with Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Network Strategy, and external partners.
Influence without authority across matrixed teams and regional stakeholders, consistent with leading pharmaceutical supply chain leadership roles.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related industry field.
10+ years of progressive supply chain experience in pharmaceuticals/biotech, including demand planning, supply planning, logistics, and distribution roles.
Experience leading supply chain operations for a multi-country region (Europe and Middle East preferred).
Strong knowledge of cGxP, GDP, cold chain, and pharmaceutical distribution regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated success leading S&OP processes and complex cross-functional coordination.
Exceptional communication skills and executive presence; ability to influence at senior levels.
Proven capability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Proficiency writing and communicating in English

Preferred

Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Supply Chain, Engineering, etc.).
Experience in rare disease, biologics, or advanced therapeutics.
Expertise with ERP, advanced planning tools, or digital supply chain technologies.
Multi-language proficiency is highly desirable.
PMP, Lean Six Sigma, CPIM/CSCP, or relevant professional certification.

Leadership Competencies

Strategic Orientation & Systems Thinking
Relationship Building & Stakeholder Alignment
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Change Leadership & Transformation Mindset
Data-Driven Decision Making
Cross-Cultural Communication

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Director, Regional Supply Chain – EMEA

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