Gilead.com
Executive Director, Global Clinical Supply Chain - Oncology
Gilead.com, California City, California, us, 93504
Overview
Gilead 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. Executive Title
Executive Director, Global Clinical Supply Chain (GCSC) Key Responsibilities
Lead the clinical planning function within an assigned therapeutic area, acting as an end-to-end leader who inspires teams and supports the GCSC function strategy. Provide subject matter expertise on a diverse portfolio of development programs and modalities (small molecules, biologics, and cell gene therapy) for global clinical trials. Collaborate with Development Operations, Clinical Operations, and Process Development and Manufacturing to develop strategies, meet project deliverables, solve business problems, and create competitive advantage. Oversee end-to-end elements of clinical planning and execution from protocol design through manufacturing to distribution and inventory management of clinical supplies at clinical sites worldwide. Focus Areas
Establish strategies to ensure uninterrupted clinical supply for the overall development portfolio, including programs and studies at all phases and managed access programs. Lead, develop, and manage a team (including recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning). Set clear goals and drive accountability; align team goals with department and enterprise objectives. Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement; coordinate with PDM and enterprise functions to identify and implement best practices. Perform sponsor roles as requested and champion clinical demand and operation planning (CDOP) interfacing with Clinical Operations and PDM sub-teams. Manage resources to ensure on-time in full (OTIF) delivery of investigational medicinal product (IMP) and coordinate with cross-functional partners. Plan and oversee SOPs, work instructions, and policies to ensure GxP compliance; influence cross-functional SOP content and approvals. Support clinical study planners by facilitating issue and risk identification, mitigation, resolution, and communication. Lead supply management for first-in-human (FIH) trials and drive cross-functional decision-making supporting long-term vision. Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting clinical supply spend, headcount needs, and project-related expenses. Basic Qualifications
16+ years of relevant industry experience with BA/BS, or 14+ years with MA/MS or MBA, PhD, or PharmD. Expert working knowledge of clinical supply chain best practices in a GxP environment. Strong cross-functional, multicultural communication skills to lead in a fast-paced, global company. Hands-on end-to-end clinical supply knowledge and experience with oncology clinical trials while maintaining strategic portfolio oversight. Preferred Skills
Degree in a science-related field; MS, PharmD, or MBA desirable. Experience in forecasting, demand/supply planning, IRT systems, inventory management, clinical labeling, distribution (including cold chain), import/export, reverse logistics, CMC and GXP regulations. Experience in complex oncology trials; collaboration and negotiation skills to work with internal and external stakeholders. Understanding of clinical blinding practices in global studies from Phase 1 to late Phase. Experience with sourcing and managing comparator drugs and co-medications for clinical studies, including comparator sourcing strategies. Expert knowledge of FDA GxP standards and regulatory guidance (CFR, Annex 13, EU CTR); ability to support regulatory inquiries. Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive options to align with timelines and culture. Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present to all organizational levels. Strong computer, database, and organizational skills; ERP, planning systems, and project management experience are a plus. Ability to manage resources and timelines for multiple teams across studies of varying complexity. Gilead Core Values
Integrity (Doing What’s Right) Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) Teamwork (Working Together) Excellence (Being Your Best) Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $281,010.00 – $363,660.00. Compensation considers experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This role may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility varies by role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Additional Benefits Information
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to plan terms. Equal Employment Opportunity
Gilead is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws. Application Note
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.
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Gilead 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. Executive Title
Executive Director, Global Clinical Supply Chain (GCSC) Key Responsibilities
Lead the clinical planning function within an assigned therapeutic area, acting as an end-to-end leader who inspires teams and supports the GCSC function strategy. Provide subject matter expertise on a diverse portfolio of development programs and modalities (small molecules, biologics, and cell gene therapy) for global clinical trials. Collaborate with Development Operations, Clinical Operations, and Process Development and Manufacturing to develop strategies, meet project deliverables, solve business problems, and create competitive advantage. Oversee end-to-end elements of clinical planning and execution from protocol design through manufacturing to distribution and inventory management of clinical supplies at clinical sites worldwide. Focus Areas
Establish strategies to ensure uninterrupted clinical supply for the overall development portfolio, including programs and studies at all phases and managed access programs. Lead, develop, and manage a team (including recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning). Set clear goals and drive accountability; align team goals with department and enterprise objectives. Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement; coordinate with PDM and enterprise functions to identify and implement best practices. Perform sponsor roles as requested and champion clinical demand and operation planning (CDOP) interfacing with Clinical Operations and PDM sub-teams. Manage resources to ensure on-time in full (OTIF) delivery of investigational medicinal product (IMP) and coordinate with cross-functional partners. Plan and oversee SOPs, work instructions, and policies to ensure GxP compliance; influence cross-functional SOP content and approvals. Support clinical study planners by facilitating issue and risk identification, mitigation, resolution, and communication. Lead supply management for first-in-human (FIH) trials and drive cross-functional decision-making supporting long-term vision. Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting clinical supply spend, headcount needs, and project-related expenses. Basic Qualifications
16+ years of relevant industry experience with BA/BS, or 14+ years with MA/MS or MBA, PhD, or PharmD. Expert working knowledge of clinical supply chain best practices in a GxP environment. Strong cross-functional, multicultural communication skills to lead in a fast-paced, global company. Hands-on end-to-end clinical supply knowledge and experience with oncology clinical trials while maintaining strategic portfolio oversight. Preferred Skills
Degree in a science-related field; MS, PharmD, or MBA desirable. Experience in forecasting, demand/supply planning, IRT systems, inventory management, clinical labeling, distribution (including cold chain), import/export, reverse logistics, CMC and GXP regulations. Experience in complex oncology trials; collaboration and negotiation skills to work with internal and external stakeholders. Understanding of clinical blinding practices in global studies from Phase 1 to late Phase. Experience with sourcing and managing comparator drugs and co-medications for clinical studies, including comparator sourcing strategies. Expert knowledge of FDA GxP standards and regulatory guidance (CFR, Annex 13, EU CTR); ability to support regulatory inquiries. Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive options to align with timelines and culture. Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present to all organizational levels. Strong computer, database, and organizational skills; ERP, planning systems, and project management experience are a plus. Ability to manage resources and timelines for multiple teams across studies of varying complexity. Gilead Core Values
Integrity (Doing What’s Right) Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity) Teamwork (Working Together) Excellence (Being Your Best) Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility) Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $281,010.00 – $363,660.00. Compensation considers experience, qualifications, and geographic location. This role may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility varies by role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Additional Benefits Information
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to plan terms. Equal Employment Opportunity
Gilead is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws. Application Note
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors: Please log onto your Internal Career Site to apply for this job.
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