Supply chain and programme director with 15+ years leading end-to-end operations, including 12 years across pharma, biotech and medtech. I lead complex manufacturing networks through major change - ERP deployments, 3PL transitions, network redesign and global planning transformations, while keeping teams grounded with a clear direction and people-first execution. I have built and scaled supply chain operating models (S&OE, S&OP and IBP), improved patient and customer delivery performance, and delivered measurable outcomes in working capital, inventory reduction and stock availability. I’m a straightforward, influence-led leader who builds capability across people, process and technology to create resilient supply chains.

AMY POLLITT

Supply chain and programme director with 15+ years leading end-to-end operations, including 12 years across pharma, biotech and medtech. I lead complex manufacturing networks through major change - ERP deployments, 3PL transitions, network redesign and global planning transformations, while keeping teams grounded with a clear direction and people-first execution. I have built and scaled supply chain operating models (S&OE, S&OP and IBP), improved patient and customer delivery performance, and delivered measurable outcomes in working capital, inventory reduction and stock availability. I’m a straightforward, influence-led leader who builds capability across people, process and technology to create resilient supply chains.

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Supply chain and programme director with 15+ years leading end-to-end operations, including 12 years across pharma, biotech and medtech. I lead complex manufacturing networks through major change - ERP deployments, 3PL transitions, network redesign and global planning transformations, while keeping teams grounded with a clear direction and people-first execution.

I have built and scaled supply chain operating models (S&OE, S&OP and IBP), improved patient and customer delivery performance, and delivered measurable outcomes in working capital, inventory reduction and stock availability. I’m a straightforward, influence-led leader who builds capability across people, process and technology to create resilient supply chains.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Director, Global Supply Chain (Biotech/Rare Disease) at Amicus Therapeutics
March 2, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Led supply chain readiness for commercial launches across the US, UK, EU and international markets. Owned end-to-end global supply chain in a highly constrained, patient-critical rare disease setting. Established S&OE to stabilise supply, sharpen execution and enable scalable decision-making. Redesigned global S&OP to improve enterprise alignment and executive visibility. Built performance framework and KPIs to support earlier, data-led decisions. Led global teams spanning supply chain, digital and process excellence; received the 2023 CEO Distinguished Excellence Award for leadership and impact.
Head of Global Supply Chain Planning at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Led planning for a $10bn+ revenue portfolio and 30bn standard manufacturing units, achieving 99% stock availability. Led global and regional teams across EMEA, Americas and APAC, including Global Planning Directors. Designed and implemented therapeutic-area S&OP, aligning VPs across manufacturing, commercial, portfolio and finance.
EMEA Asset Planning Director at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Led EMEA COVID-19 supply response, protecting patient supply through severe disruption; received a CEO Award for impact. Partnered with Regional VPs and Plant Directors to improve supply chain performance.
Global Planning Transformation Programme Director at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Designed and led a new global planning operating model affecting more than 250 roles; recognized by the Executive Team as one of the largest supply chain transformations in a decade and described as world-class. Led consultation with unions in close partnership with HR. Built and led the Regional Change Champion network to strengthen ownership of programme milestones and deadlines. Delivered a 10% cost reduction.
Programme Director – Supply Chain Segmentation at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
Designed and implemented global segmentation strategy across 27 production sites and 140 markets. Eliminated stock-outs in the most strategic segment and maintained stock availability above 99%. Supported double-digit growth through supply assurance, improved productivity by 20%, and increased supply chain transparency and quality of trade-off decisions.
Global External Procurement, Asset Planning Lead at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Improved supplier performance and cross-enterprise working. Designed and implemented supplier S&OP and capacity planning for the external supply network. Led a team of Supply Chain Managers across Europe and the US, responsible for tactical supply performance.
Senior Logistics Manager / Supply Chain Manager at Tata Steel
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014
Led large-scale warehouse and transport operations.

Education

Mini MBA (Digital Supply Chain) at Rutgers University
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2026
Bachelor of Laws with Honours, 2:1 at University of Chester
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2026

Qualifications

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) - APICS
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2026
Lean Leadership (AstraZeneca Leading Business)
January 11, 2030 - August 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Professional Services

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