The Director, Planning, Warehouse & Logistics provides strategic and operational leadership for the Roche Philadelphia site’s supply chain function and team. This role oversees production planning, inventory management, warehouse operations, and ERP data integrity within a strict cGMP framework. This role will also balance cost containment with supply security, collaborate seamlessly with regional and global partners, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and talent development.
The Opportunity:
Leads and manages a Local Site Supply Chain function and team. Responsibilities typically include Production & Capacity Planning, materials planning, production scheduling, and inventory management to support procurement and/or production/manufacturing operations. Where applicable, ensures supply chain activities are conducted in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements and Roche corporate standards. Responsibilities may also include planning and scheduling processes for maintenance and other facilities activities. Typically implements and maintains procedures, processes, workflows, and systems to effectively and efficiently manage supply chain planning and scheduling. Where applicable, facilitates production planning and inventory management interactions and communications with other local, regional and global partners and stakeholders, including resolution for any issues associated with inventories, production and non-production plans and schedules or other supply chain management activities. Manage Warehouse and Distribution operations. Implement strategies to optimize inventory and material movement, balancing strict cost containment with supply security.
Maintain the integrity of ERP Master Data to ensure accurate, system-based planning and reporting. With team, drives for continuous improvement, operational excellence, innovation, cost containment, and high quality processes across supply chain processes. Lead, select, develop, and evaluate the functional team to ensure efficient operations and foster a pipeline of talent.
Other duties as assigned
Who You Are:
BS degree in a life-sciences, business logistics, or supply chain management, or related field is required
A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry is required.
A minimum of ten (10) years supply chain, logistics and/or operations knowledge, with a minimum of five (5) years in a leadership position with direct reports is required
Experience working in a GMP environment is required
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) modules including familiarity with SAP Warehouse Management System (WMS) is required
Demonstrated experience utilizing LEAN manufacturing or LEAN warehousing principles is preferred
Experience in shipping / warehouse operations including various DOT, IATA/ICAO and Dry Ice in Transit regulations preferred
Demonstrated experience with cold-chain logistics and temperature-monitored pack-out solutions is preferred
Experience with product serialization / track-and-track preferred
Knowledge of Customs regulations and requirements for cross border movements of biopharmaceutical products, including clinical and commercial requirements is preferred
Knowledge of the Harmonized Tariff System and associated classifications, Preferential and Non-preferential Country of Origin designation rules, INCOTerms management and product valuation principles for Clinical/Commercial products is preferred
Direct experience with Regulatory Inspections is preferred.
Capital project experience is preferred
Strong knowledge of GXP compliance as well as USP, EP, ICH and FDA guidelines is preferred
Role is expected to be onsite, minimal travel required
Relocation benefits are not available for this position.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is $149,200 to $277,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Benefits
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business logistics, supply chain management, or a related field
- At least 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
- At least 10 years of supply chain, logistics, or operations experience
- At least 5 years in a leadership position with direct reports
- Experience working in a GMP environment
- Experience with ERP modules, including SAP Warehouse Management System
- Experience utilizing LEAN manufacturing or LEAN warehousing principles
- Experience with shipping and warehouse operations, including DOT, IATA/ICAO, and dry ice in-transit regulations
- Experience with cold-chain logistics and temperature-monitored pack-out solutions
- Experience with product serialization and track-and-trace
- Knowledge of customs regulations for cross-border movement of biopharmaceutical products
- Knowledge of the Harmonized Tariff System, country-of-origin rules, INCOTERMS, and product valuation principles
- Direct experience with regulatory inspections
- Capital project experience
- Strong knowledge of GxP compliance and USP, EP, ICH, and FDA guidelines
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, vision, mental health, and prescriptions, supported by HSAs/FSAs and broad wellness resources. On‑site fitness and health centers, mental‑health clinicians, and specialized programs like fully covered preventive cancer screenings and menopause support deepen the offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits feature a 401(k) with up to a 4% company match plus an additional annual 6% company contribution to eligible pay. Additional financial protections such as life and accident insurance complement salary, bonuses, and stock options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away includes about 20 paid vacation days, paid holidays, personal days, and a year‑end shutdown. A paid six‑week sabbatical every six years notably expands long‑term time‑off flexibility.
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What We Do
Considered the founder of the industry, Genentech, now a member of the Roche Group, has been delivering on the promise of biotechnology for more than 40 years. Genentech is a biotechnology company dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. We're passionate about finding solutions for people facing the world's most difficult-to-treat conditions. That is why we use cutting-edge science to create and deliver innovative medicines around the globe. To us, science is personal. Making a difference in the lives of millions starts when you make a change in yours.





