US Distribution Executive Director

About the role

Roche is looking for a US Distribution Executive Director to join its US Supply Chain organization, which aims to deliver life-saving therapies to patients across the nation. The role sits within a team collaborating with Commercial Operations, Quality, IT, Business Process and Logistics, and calls for a senior executive who can build a vision, lead teams and drive change. The Executive Director is accountable for day-to-day operations and strategic oversight of a safe, compliant, cost-effective and resilient US distribution network.

Key responsibilities

• Set and drive distribution strategy across a multi-node network, making US distribution a competitive advantage for commercial product strategies.
• Provide people leadership and foster a culture of trust, collaboration and continuous improvement using the Vision, Architect, Coach, Catalyst leadership model.
• Oversee network performance to ensure full cGMP, safety and regulatory compliance while meeting OTIF, budget and inventory accuracy targets.
• Manage supply chain resilience through risk mitigation, DSCSA serialization compliance and business continuity planning.
• Optimize systems and interfaces such as SAP TMS and EWM with IT, customer service, inventory planning and logistics teams.
• Evaluate, prioritize and advise Senior Management on network-level risks and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Proven track record as a senior leader of senior leaders, including experience as a Site Head of warehouse and distribution operations.
• 15+ years of total supply chain/distribution experience, with deep expertise in regulated pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device distribution (FMCG experience a plus).
• Authentic, inclusive leader with strong cross-functional communication and a data-driven approach.

Required skills

• Managing multi-node networks, cold chain and temperature-sensitive products, and 3PL management (RFPs, contracts, SLAs)
• SAP enterprise systems (TMS/EWM)
• cGMP, DSCSA serialization and track-and-trace requirements
• Lean and Six Sigma certifications preferred

What we offer

• Expected salary range of $232,900 - $432,500 for the California location, depending on experience, qualifications and location.
• A discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Relocation benefits are approved for this posting.