Director, Global External Manufacturing, OSD

Gilead Sciences • Foster City, CA

85d • $210,375 - $272,250

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Demonstrated track record in oral solid dosage drug product manufacturing and supply chain execution in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in supply risk management and in-depth knowledge of industry and system best practices.
• Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and worldwide regulatory requirements.
• Solid understanding of the contract manufacturing organization (CMO) landscape.
• Ability to travel internationally, including overnight, up to 10% of the time.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve complex situations.
• Proven leadership capability to contribute to the success of PDM and Gilead.
• 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech organization.
• BA or BS degree in science or engineering; an advanced degree in science, engineering, or business is desirable.

Nice To Haves

• An MBA degree can be substituted for 2 years of relevant experience.
• A Ph.D. degree can be substituted for 4 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure uninterrupted supply of Gilead's clinical and commercial products through execution of manufacturing campaigns within the global external contract manufacturing network.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and environmental, health, and safety legislations.
• Collaborate with Development, Quality, Regulatory, Analytical, Supply Chain, and Product & Portfolio Strategy organizations within PDM.
• Define technical requirements and partner with Global Supply Chain in selection of CMOs.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure Gilead's products are manufactured in accordance with the registered process and approved Master Production Record.
• Resolve complex issues associated with manufacturing and/or compliance.
• Foster and facilitate continuous improvement of production and business processes.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees