Luma Samara
Director Supply Chain
Leeds,UK
Summary
Strategic finance and supply chain leader with 20+ years’ experience building resilient services, leading multi-disciplinary teams and translating regulatory requirements into practical solutions through governance frameworks across regulated industries. Adept at managing multi-million-pound budgets, working with external partners, and embedding processes that improve outcomes for diverse member groups. Brings a collaborative, values-led leadership style and a passion for mission-driven services.
Co-founded a non-profit organization focussed on social justice and human rights for all.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Director Supply Chain Analytics and Planning
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING
Billerica, MA
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed $500M COGS budget, delivering $2M in efficiencies.
- Delivered KPI performance across Safety, Quality, Service, Cost and People.
- Led SAP stabilization and change management across Tech Ops, introducing enterprise-wide data governance. and implemented comprehensive strategies ensuring security of supply and proactive risk mitigation.
- Built and led an Executive-level S&OP process aligning commercial, procurement, logistics and manufacturing.
- Implemented operational changes for improved efficiency.
- Drove continuous improvement, embedding governance, compliance and data-led decision-making.
- Fostered a positive work environment, increased employee morale.
SAP Implementation Business Lead
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING
Billerica, MA
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Delivered on-time implementation of SAP across Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Quality.
- Partnered with PMO and integrators, resolving complex design issues and simplifying processes.
- Directed four testing cycles, security controls, defect resolution and CSV validation.
- Led 37 employees (internal + external), driving adoption via training and SOP realignment.
Associate Director Supply Chain Operations and Optimization
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING
Billerica, MA
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Led $65M budget forecasting with +1.7% accuracy.
- Developed master data management policy in line with SOX & GMP compliance.
- People manager for 2 employees.
Finance Manager
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
Boston, MA
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed $60M overhead pool, delivering forecast accuracy within ±2%.
- Co-chaired cost savings programme generating $7M.
- Spearheaded EPM forecasting tool integration into ERP.
Gillette Plan Accounting Manager
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
Boston, MA
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed forecasting and variance analysis for Gillette’s North America plant.
- Delivered $2M in cost reductions and $10M+ in global benchmarking efficiencies.
TAOS Retail Finance Manager (Acquired Business)
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
Miami, FL
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Integrated “The Art of Shaving” into P&G structure.
- Built forecasting models, managed budgets, and delivered $2M in cost reductions.
- Improved gross margin through benchmarking and retail store profitability reviews.
Marketing Manager
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
Cincinnati, OH
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Managed $150 million marketing budget, worked closely with the brand team to ensure plans are delivered on time and aligned to the overall strategy
- Financial analysis on promotional expenditure values and various marketing promotions, year end post event analysis
- Streamlined marketing processes and activities, eliminating $3 million of non-valued added spend
General Ledger & Cost Accountant
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
Newcastle
01.2001 - 12.2007
- Reduced month-end close cycle by 40%.
- Worked diligently towards meeting deadlines for all accounting activities.
- Developed training manuals and strengthened internal controls.
- Month end processing of GL journals, review/prepare monthly reconciliations of GL accounts
- Improved reporting efficiency with redesigned financial tools.
- Prepared quarterly schedules for SEC certification.
Education
MSc - Medicinal Chemistry
University of Newcastle upon Tyne
Management Accounting qualification -
CIMA
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Word and PowerPoint
- Data analytics and interpretation
- Budget control aptitude
- Leadership acumen
- Operations management
- Community relations
- Performance metrics tracking
Languages
Arabic
Fluent
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Director Supply Chain Analytics and Planning
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING
01.2024 - 04.2025
SAP Implementation Business Lead
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING
10.2022 - 12.2023
Associate Director Supply Chain Operations and Optimization
LANTHEUS MEDICAL IMAGING
01.2019 - 09.2022
Finance Manager
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
01.2016 - 12.2018
Gillette Plan Accounting Manager
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
01.2014 - 12.2015
TAOS Retail Finance Manager (Acquired Business)
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
01.2011 - 12.2013
Marketing Manager
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
01.2007 - 12.2010
General Ledger & Cost Accountant
PROCTER & GAMBLE (P&G)
01.2001 - 12.2007
MSc - Medicinal Chemistry
University of Newcastle upon Tyne
Management Accounting qualification -
CIMA