Lonza

Supply Chain & Inventory Lead, Advanced Synthesis 80-100% (m/f/d)

Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerLonza
LocationSwitzerland
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted25 Jun 2026

The actual location of this job is in Vispor Basel, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

As part of Advanced Synthesis (ADS), the Supply Chain & Inventory Lead plays a critical role in driving Supply Chain performance across all ADS sites. This position is accountable for inventory management strategy, KPI definition, performance reporting, and cross‑site process improvement. The role is essential for ensuring operational efficiency, optimized inventory levels, and continuous improvement within the ADS Supply Chain organization.

This role is primarily based on site. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards. We offer flexibility to work remotely for no more than 20% of your time. Requests are considered on a case‑by‑case basis, in line with business needs.

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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:

Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize excess inventory

Lead platform forums to address cross‑site inventory topics (e.g., excess inventory, customer liability)

Build and maintain dashboards and reporting tools for inventory projections, write‑offs, and provisions

Monitor and analyze Supply Chain KPIs to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities

Collaborate with cross‑functional and cross‑site teams to design and streamline Supply Chain processes

Conduct regular performance assessments and provide insights and recommendations to ADS senior management

Define and implement ADS‑wide processes (e.g., inventory reporting for S&OP) and ensure adherence across sites

What we are looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields; Master’s degree preferred

Proven experience in material and inventory management with a strong track record in SC KPI performance improvement

Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex data sets

Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in matrix organizations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and platforms

Fluency in English; German and Chinese are an advantage

Ability to adapt global standards to ADS‑specific needs with a strong process‑focused mindset

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?

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