Develop and execute the global supply chain strategy for the Therapeutics portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives across R&D, manufacturing, commercial, and regulatory functions.
Serve as the primary supply chain leader for the TA, providing visibility and guidance from new product introductions through to global commercialization.
Direct a team of Supply Chain Product Leads to drive optimization and efficiency across the end-to-end commercial supply chain.
Represent Supply Chain in Supply Review Meetings, Global S&OP, Portfolio Review Committees, and Global Program/Product Teams.
Cross-Functional Integration
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, R&D, Commercial, and CMC teams to deliver on product and business goals.
Lead supply chain governance and decision-making for therapeutic assets, including scenario planning and S&OP processes.
Operational Execution
Lead end-to-end supply chain management including demand forecasting, supply planning, production planning including performance to plan, inventory management, and logistics.
Oversee supply chain integration and readiness for new product launches and lifecycle management.
Ensure continuity of supply across all markets, with risk management strategies to mitigate supply disruptions.
Risk & Performance Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks across the value chain.
Monitor KPIs related to supply reliability, lead times, inventory levels, and cost optimization.
Leadership & Team Development
Build and lead a high-performing global team of supply chain professionals with expertise in commercial operations.
Drive a culture of accountability, agility, change management, and continuous improvement.
Champion diversity, inclusion, and employee development initiatives.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, or a related field with 14+ years of relevant experience is required.
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain roles within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry , with significant exposure to both small molecule and biologics .
Proven success in leading global supply chains across development, launch, and commercialization phases.
Deep knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, etc.), and product lifecycle management.
Experience managing internal and external manufacturi
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
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.
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.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
Job Description
At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.
We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world's most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.
The Senior Director, Commercial Supply Chain TA Lead will oversee the end-to-end global supply chain operations, ensuring reliable product availability, compliance, and efficiency across the commercial stages. This role will be responsible for the overall end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for all products under the given therapeutic areas across the commercial stages. This role will partner closely with the Executive Director, Head of Regional Commercial Supply Chain to ensure uninterrupted supply of Gilead's products to regions/markets.
This role requires deep expertise in pharmaceutical supply chains, a strong understanding of the complexities of both biologics and small molecule manufacturing, and a proven track record of operational excellence and leadership in a matrixed, global organization.
Gilead Sciences · - California - Foster City