DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC SOURCING AND SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT, SMALL MOLECULE OSD DP

Company: GILEAD Sciences
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: September 26, 2024

Job Description:

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.We empower our leaders to step up, share ideas, listen, learn, and lead. We're welcoming bright, diverse, and imaginative minds; we're nurturing them to foster an environment of inclusion and growth where innovation is encouraged. We expect our people leaders to model that environment, and to focus on creating inclusion, developing talent, and enabling teams.Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.Job DescriptionGilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.Director, Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management, Small Molecule OSD DPKEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe Director, Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management, Small Molecule OSD DP owns the strategic business relationship with multiple contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs). This includes ownership of the strategy, selection, risk, and performance management of CDMOs providing small molecule oral solid dose drug product to Gilead. - We are seeking a high energy, "go- getter" who will use their business savvy and technical experience to help drive high performance from our CDMO partners. You will have responsibility for indirectly leading and influencing others, bidding, selecting and managing multiple CDMOs. This position will be based at our Foster City site Gilead site and is eligible for the Gilead GFlex program allowing remote work up to 2 days per week.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSServe as the primary point of contact for strategic business discussions, long range supply and/capacity planning, and business developmentManagement of supplier performance (monthly/annually)Serve as an escalation point for manufacturing operations team members for recurrent or chronic performance issues from suppliersLead annual business review meetings (BRMs) with critical suppliersLead the assessment and mitigation of supplier risks through regular supplier risk management processesResponsible for preparation, reviewing, challenging, and tracking of RFPs/RFQs/RFIs for new business with external suppliers and in consultation with functional stakeholders (Manufacturing Operations, Technical Development. Quality Assurance, Analytical Operations etc.)Negotiate Confidentiality Agreements, Master Services Agreements and Work OrdersIn collaboration with Product and Portfolio Strategy team members, identify and manage strategic suppliers of manufacturing services in alignment with network supply chain strategiesIdentify and manage strategic suppliers of direct materials in alignment with approved Category Management Team (CMT) strategiesSupport make vs. buy analysisLead and participate in Operational Excellence projectsCoordinate/lead strategic meetings, as needed, with CMOs and/or direct material suppliers, and publish meeting minutesProvide leadership and training to other department personnelDevelop budgets and accurately report accruals to Finance if/as neededParticipates in solving issues of high complexityCommunicates issues to line manager and project teams in a timely mannerSupport product team (PDM subteam and/or CMC) needs for the selection of external service and/or material suppliers to provide required services and/or supplies from development through commercializationLead site assessment teams (SATs) and/or category management teams (CMTs) for the assessment and selection of service or material suppliersStay informed and knowledgeable of relevant Development and Commercial CDMO and material supplier capabilities, offerings, capacities, etc. as they relate to potential or known Gilead pipeline needsEstablish quality and technical execution expectations with vendorsCollaborate and establish regular meetings with key stakeholders and partners to ensure outsourced needs are metLead Business Reviews with CMOs and/or direct material suppliersOrganize and participate in teleconferences and face-to-face meetings with Global CMOs; work closely with Gilead teams to establish agenda and keep track of key decisionsMay manage SSSM staff including training, coaching, and performance assessmentsQUALIFICATIONS 12+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech organization or relevant manufacturing environment and a BA or BS degree; an MA/MBA degree may be considered as 2 years of relevant experience and Ph.D. may be consider as 4 years' experience.Prior experience leading outsourced development and manufacturing service providers and/or direct material suppliersStrong computer skills and experience with an ERP system and project management softwareExtensive understanding of activities related to the CMC development of biopharmaceuticalsAdvanced knowledge of GMPs and associated regulations (21CFR parts 11, 210, 211, 820)Ability to lead cross functional teamsStrong people management skillsExtensive experience negotiating complex agreementsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple programs/projects; sound organizational and time management skillsAbility to develop concise presentations to convey complex issues to senior managementAbility to work under uncertainty and to resolve conflict in a constructive mannerAbility to solve highly complex problems through ingenuity and collaboration with subject matter experts and other key stakeholdersAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentProject management experience and/or certification are a plusThis position may require up to 20% domestic and/or international travelGILEAD CORE VALUESIntegrity (Doing What's Right)Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)Teamwork (Working Together)Excellence (Being Your Best)Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact careers@gilead.com for assistance.The salary range for this position is: $205,700.00 - $266,200.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.For additional benefits information, visit: * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.For jobs in the United States:As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, -genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com -for assistance.For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the -'Know Your Rights' poster.NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACTYOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACTPAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISIONOur environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.SummaryLocation: United States - California - Foster CityType: Full time

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