Patrick T. Vonlanthen
New York,NY
Summary
Supply Chain leader with 20+ years of experience driving global clinical and commercial supply operations within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Proven ability to design and execute end-to-end supply strategies supporting Phase I–III clinical trials and commercial product delivery. Expertise in demand forecasting, S&OP, inventory optimization, and CMO management. Recognized for delivering high service levels, improving operational efficiency, and building strong cross-functional partnerships across global organizations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Supply Chain
CORCEPT THERAPEUTICS
Redwood City, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Lead end-to-end clinical supply chain strategy and execution across U.S. and global programs, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and clinical timelines.
- Direct global clinical supply operations including demand forecasting, supply planning, distribution, and inventory management for ongoing and new trials.
- Translate clinical protocols into actionable supply strategies, ensuring uninterrupted product availability across multiple studies.
- Oversee CMO relationships and labeling operations, improving coordination and execution of packaging activities.
- Drive supply optimization initiatives to enhance material availability while reducing operational risk across global supply networks.
Director, Production Planning
EXELIXIS INC.
Alameda, CA
09.2019 - 03.2024
- Led global production planning and forecasting for commercial products, supporting integrated supply strategies across Exelixis and Ipsen markets.
- Developed and implemented forecasting models to improve visibility and decision-making for commercial supply operations.
- Built and managed global supply plans aligning bulk drug production with commercial demand, ensuring supply continuity.
- Optimized inventory levels across CMOs and 3PLs, balancing service levels with cost efficiency.
- Established and governed S&OP processes, enhancing cross-functional alignment and executive decision-making.
- Led quarterly and annual business reviews with CMOs, presenting KPIs and driving performance improvements.
- Directed comparator sourcing strategies, achieving cost efficiencies while maintaining supply reliability.
Associate Director, Production Planning
EXELIXIS INC.
Alameda, CA
02.2017 - 09.2019
- Led global production planning and forecasting for commercial products, supporting integrated supply strategies across Exelixis and Ipsen markets.
- Developed and implemented forecasting models to improve visibility and decision-making for commercial supply operations.
- Built and managed global supply plans aligning bulk drug production with commercial demand, ensuring supply continuity.
- Optimized inventory levels across CMOs and 3PLs, balancing service levels with cost efficiency.
- Established and governed S&OP processes, enhancing cross-functional alignment and executive decision-making.
- Led quarterly and annual business reviews with CMOs, presenting KPIs and driving performance improvements.
- Directed comparator sourcing strategies, achieving cost efficiencies while maintaining supply reliability.
Associate Director, Clinical Supplies
PHARMACYCLICS INC.
Sunnyvale, CA
12.2015 - 02.2017
- Managed clinical supply for multiple global studies, ensuring timely delivery of investigational products.
- Led supply planning for up to eight concurrent clinical trials, ensuring on-time study start-up and execution.
- Translated protocol requirements into demand forecasts and supply plans across global depots.
- Coordinated packaging and labeling activities with vendors to meet study timelines.
- Designed supply strategies to optimize inventory utilization and minimize risk of stockouts.
Associate Director / Sr. Manager, Global Supply Chain
PHARMACYCLICS INC.
Sunnyvale, CA
05.2012 - 12.2015
- Directed global supply chain operations supporting clinical and commercial programs.
- Managed end-to-end supply chain activities including production scheduling, logistics, and inventory management.
- Achieved 100% on-time delivery performance for clinical and commercial supply requirements.
- Oversaw global depot operations and international logistics, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with regulatory, quality, and CRO partners to support global trial execution.
- Strengthened supplier and CMO relationships to improve performance and reliability.
Sr. Mgr. of Clinical Drug Supply, Dist. and Logistics
GERON CORPORATION
Menlo Park, CA
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Ensured that all clinical trials receive timely and adequate supplies for subject administration.
- Directed clinical supply distribution and logistics, ensuring continuous product availability for trials.
- Improved inventory tracking and reporting processes across depots.
Sr. Supply Chain Manager II, Clinical Supplies (Contract)
EXELIXIS, INC
South San Francisco, CA
11.2010 - 06.2011
- Create, execute, and supervise the strategy and management of pharmaceutical clinical products across both national and global supply chains to meet the business needs of Exelixis.
- Managed integrated supply planning and production schedules across global clinical programs.
- Resolved supply risks impacting product delivery timeline.
Business Development Manager for Comparator (Contract)
CALIGORRx
New York, NY
06.2010 - 04.2011
- Expanded pharmaceutical comparator sourcing business through strategic client engagement and relationship management.
Manager, Clinical Supplies
XENOPORT INC.
Santa Clara, CA
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Managed the packaging and distribution processes for both primary and secondary aspects at XenoPort.
- Managed packaging and distribution operations for all clinical programs.
- Delivered $300K in cost savings through strategic comparator sourcing and vendor negotiations.
- Ensured 100% product availability across clinical studies.
QAL Specialist
AMGEN INC. / ABGENIX INC.
Fremont, CA
10.2006 - 09.2008
- Responsible for the monitoring and planning of daily operations and workflow for the QC Sample Receiving laboratory.
- Coordinated QC operations and stability programs supporting regulatory compliance.
- Led process improvements resulting in $100K in cost savings.
Master Scheduler, Clinical Supplies
AMGEN INC. / ABGENIX INC.
Fremont, CA
10.2001 - 10.2006
- Balanced clinical supply and demand of multiple product lines to meet both inventory targets and on-time customer shipment metrics.
- Managed supply-demand balance across multiple product lines to ensure on-time delivery.
- Supported SAP implementation as Super User, enhancing supply chain functionality.
Education
B.S. - Management Science
University of California at San Diego
San Diego, CAA.S. - Mathematics
Peralta Community College
Oakland, CASkills
- Global Clinical & Commercial Supply Chain
- Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
- Demand Forecasting & Supply Planning
- Inventory & Asset Optimization
- Clinical Trial Supply (Phase I – III)
- Comparator Sourcing & Strategy
- CMO & External Manufacturing Management
- ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Project & Program Management
Languages
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in German
- Fluent in English
Timeline
Director, Supply Chain
CORCEPT THERAPEUTICS
04.2024 - Current
Director, Production Planning
EXELIXIS INC.
09.2019 - 03.2024
Associate Director, Production Planning
EXELIXIS INC.
02.2017 - 09.2019
Associate Director, Clinical Supplies
PHARMACYCLICS INC.
12.2015 - 02.2017
Associate Director / Sr. Manager, Global Supply Chain
PHARMACYCLICS INC.
05.2012 - 12.2015
Sr. Mgr. of Clinical Drug Supply, Dist. and Logistics
GERON CORPORATION
06.2011 - 05.2012
Sr. Supply Chain Manager II, Clinical Supplies (Contract)
EXELIXIS, INC
11.2010 - 06.2011
Business Development Manager for Comparator (Contract)
CALIGORRx
06.2010 - 04.2011
Manager, Clinical Supplies
XENOPORT INC.
09.2008 - 05.2010
QAL Specialist
AMGEN INC. / ABGENIX INC.
10.2006 - 09.2008
Master Scheduler, Clinical Supplies
AMGEN INC. / ABGENIX INC.
10.2001 - 10.2006
B.S. - Management Science
University of California at San Diego
A.S. - Mathematics
Peralta Community College