Director – E2E Product Supply Chain

Director – E2E Product Supply Chain

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Planning, Manufacturing, or other Supply Chain discipline, preferably in the Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in supply chain software and technologies.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, drive change, and achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding of global supply chain dynamics, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Supply chain certification is a plus (e.g., APICS, CPIM, CSCP).
• Ability to manage complex projects and drive cross-functional initiatives; experience with regulatory requirements related to pharmaceutical supply chains; ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; strong interpersonal communication skills; proven ability to build and maintain collaborative, effective internal and external relationships; excellent written, oral communication, and presentation skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with Gilead’s business objectives and growth plans.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to understand product strategy, launch plans, and promotional activities.
• Translate brand needs into supply chain requirements, identifying potential challenges and solutions.
• Provide supply chain insights and expertise during brand strategy development.
• Oversee demand and supply planning for commercial products, ensuring the availability of necessary materials and resources.
• Align long-range planning (LRP) with financial planning, capacity assessments, and market forecasts to ensure readiness for future demands.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate LRP into overall business strategy.
• Monitor global supply chain trends and potential disruptions, proactively adjusting plans to mitigate risks.
• Develop and manage demand forecasts for assigned brands, considering market dynamics and promotional plans.
• Ensure forecast accuracy and alignment with inventory targets.
• Coordinate with the planning team to ensure optimal supply availability.
• Monitor product availability and proactively manage potential supply disruptions.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Drive end-to-end supply chain efficiency and effectiveness for the assigned brand.
• Oversee the entire supply chain process, including manufacturing, logistics, and distribution, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance for the assigned brands.
• Identify areas for improvement and propose corrective actions.
• Develop and present reports and metrics to track performance.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and improve supply chain performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and adopt new technologies to enhance supply chain capabilities.
• Monitor inventory levels for assigned brands.
• Identify slow-moving or excess inventory and propose mitigation strategies.
• Implement optimized inventory strategies to maximize product availability.
• Ensure all supply chain activities comply with regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and reliability.
• Develop and implement long-term supply chain strategies that support the company’s growth and product pipeline.
• Develop and recommend strategies to enhance supply chain resilience, including risk assessment, contingency planning, and diversification of supply sources.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and commercial, to ensure alignment and support for product launches and ongoing operations.
• Establish and maintain relationships with the Gilead Sites and Global External Manufacturing.
• Work closely with CMC to understand batch sizes and manufacturing complexities for each product and oversee comprehensive plans for API and DP production, ensuring alignment with commercial timelines.
• Collaborate with the NPI Team on supply chain activities for new product launches, ensuring a smooth transition and consistent supply.
• Serve as the primary supply chain point of contact for brand and commercial teams.
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, sharing updates and proactively addressing issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Supply chain certification is a plus (e.g., APICS, CPIM, CSCP).