Lance Hong, CPIM, CSCP, is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as the Lead Buyer/Planner at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., managing a team dedicated to GMP Purchasing Operations. With a robust background in supply chain management, Lance has overseen significant budgets, including a $65 million spend category at BioMarin focused on Single Use Technologies. Previous roles include serving as President Emeritus of NAAAP Los Angeles, and various buyer/planner positions at Grifols, FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, and ACD LLC, among others. Lance holds a Bachelor's Degree in International Studies from UC Irvine and has completed APICS training, highlighting expertise in logistics and procurement within regulated industries.