Supervisor, Global Supply Chain

Global Supply Chain Supervisor

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The Supervisor, Global Supply Chain role at Lonza AG is an outstanding opportunity to lead and optimize our world-class supply chain operations! Located in Greenwood, SC, USA, this position is at the heart of our ambitious and proven product management team. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring flawless execution of supply chain activities, driving efficiency and compliance in international logistics.

• Coordinate international shipping operations, leading all aspects of freight movement, including air, sea, and land transportation.
• Ensure strict adherence to import/export regulations, free trade agreements, Incoterms, and other relevant international trade laws.
• Manage import/export documentation, maintain communication channels with collaborators, and handle relationships with carriers.
• Develop strategies to minimize shipping costs and improve efficiency in international logistics processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the international shipping process.
• Supervise and mentor global supply chain staff, ensuring their training and development.
• Keep an eye on important metrics for the global supply chain and make improvements.
• Coordinate with international customer service, suppliers, vendors, and internal departments.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment.
• Implement process improvements to improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Manage transportation and distribution logistics.
• Analyze supply chain data and generate performance reports.
• Train and mentor supply chain staff.
• Resolve issues related to delays, shortages, or quality.
• Build and nurture relationships with key collaborators.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in global logistics and international documentation.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management and procurement processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards.
• Diligent with strong organizational skills.
• Customs Compliance knowledge desired.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.