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At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focuses on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.
Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.
Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.
Role Overview:
The Director of Inventory Management will lead global inventory operations across our pharmaceutical CDMO network, ensuring optimal material availability, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with our API manufacturing and emerging modality initiatives (e.g., peptides, oligonucleotides, bioconjugates). This role is pivotal in supporting commercial and clinical supply chains, driving digital transformation, and enabling scalability across global sites.
Core Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement global inventory strategies aligned with CDMO growth into new therapeutic modalities.
- Lead inventory planning for API manufacturing and new modality platforms, including biologics and advanced therapies.
- Establish and monitor KPIs for inventory accuracy, turnover, and service levels across sites.
- Oversee end-to-end inventory processes: receiving, warehousing, WIP control, cycle counting, and distribution.
- Implement and optimize ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for real-time inventory visibility and control.
- Lead discrepancy resolution, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure inventory practices meet cGMP, FDA, EMA, DEA, and other global regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with QA/QC and Regulatory Affairs to support audits, inspections, and documentation.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and R&D to align inventory strategies with production and development needs.
- Support tech transfers and scale-up activities by ensuring timely material availability and accurate inventory tracking.
- Build and mentor a high-performing inventory management team across global CDMO sites.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of inventory/supply chain experience in pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with 5+ years in a leadership role.
- Proven expertise in inventory systems, regulatory compliance, and CDMO operations.
- Experience supporting new modality platforms (e.g., peptides, ADCs, oligos) is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Salary Range : $175,000 - $275,000 annual base salary
Our Commitment:
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health & wellness benefits. Access to mental health resources and wellness programs. Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
- Financial Wellness: Veranova is committed to fair and transparent compensation practices. This includes a competitive base salary, eligibility for performance-based bonuses, and an attractive 401(k) Plan with company match. Salary ranges reflect the scope and expectations of the role, and are based on market data, internal equity, and role-specific factors. Final compensation may vary depending on experience, skills, education, and business needs.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.
- Inclusive Culture: At Veranova, an inclusive culture is integral to our values. We welcome people with diverse experiences and perspectives who share our mission to improve and save lives. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. Veterans, first responders, and those transitioning from military to civilian life bring valuable skills that strengthen our team.
Additional Information:
Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.
Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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