Director, Sourcing and Procurement

Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio)•Durham, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AskBio Inc., a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a fully integrated gene therapy company dedicated to developing life-saving medicines and changing lives. The company maintains a portfolio of clinical programs across a range of neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease indications with a clinical-stage pipeline that includes investigational therapeutics for congestive heart failure, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, multiple system atrophy, Parkinson’s disease, and Pompe disease. AskBio’s gene therapy platform includes Pro10™, an industry-leading proprietary cell line manufacturing process, and an extensive array of capsids and promoters. With global headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and European headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company has generated hundreds of proprietary capsids and promoters, several of which have entered pre-clinical and clinical testing. Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines. Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform people's lives. Our principles: Advance innovative science by pushing boundaries. Bring transformative therapeutics to patients in need. Provide an environment for employees to reach their fullest potential. Our values: Be a Pioneer. We are not afraid of the impossible and to innovate to make gene therapies accessible to those in need. Cultivate Collaboration. Strive to be the best teammate, actively listen, openly communicate, and embrace diverse points of view. Embrace Responsibility. We are humbled by the enormity of our mission. We hold a relentless commitment to advance science and clinical outcomes for our patients, families, and caregivers. Raise the Bar. Continuously drive improvements and efficiencies. Seek and provide constructive feedback. Have a bias for learning and action. Act with Uncompromising Integrity. Be honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right in every situation. Make clear commitments and follow through. Position Summary The Director of Sourcing and Procurement is responsible for leading the company’s integrated sourcing and procurement strategy, operations, and execution across the value chain spanning research and discovery, product development, pre-clinical, clinical, and CMC and manufacturing services and supplies. The role collaborates closely with scientific and technical functions, Quality, Legal, Compliance, Finance, and Accounting to manage supplier performance, optimize spend and operational execution, ensure compliance, and manage risk. The position is responsible for development and maintenance of supplier / vendor management and contracting policies and procedures ensuring compliance with relevant corporate policies, regulatory standards, and industry frameworks. In addition, this role is the primary business owner of the necessary supplier management, procurement, and inventory control systems. This position will be office-based in RTP, NC and will report to the SVP, Head of Finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related area and 10+ years’ progressive experience in strategic sourcing and procurement roles
5+ years’ experience in a leadership role managing direct reports
Results-driven leader with sound judgment, integrity, and a collaborative leadership style
Deep understanding of pharmaceutical/biotechnology supply chains including R&D, clinical, CMC, and manufacturing environments
Strong working knowledge of GxP requirements (GMP, GCP, GDP), FDA/EMA regulations, and supplier quality systems
Experience with vendor qualification, audits, risk assessments, and supplier performance management in a regulated setting
Demonstrated leadership and oversight of the Buyer/Planner function, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective management of lab consumables across gene therapy R&D laboratories
Demonstrated success building, deploying, and managing integrated procurement and inventory management systems and processes in a scientifically complex and regulated environment with the ability to leverage system capabilities to drive efficiency, spend visibility, and process optimization is required
Experience with ERP, procurement, and supplier management platforms
Expertise in strategic sourcing methodologies, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and total cost of ownership analysis
Experience partnering with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and value creation
Data driven mindset with strong analytics and KPI management skills
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders across R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams
Experience with punchout catalogs, eProcurement deployment and contract lifecycle management systems

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field
Certified in CPSM, CSCP, CIPS, PMP or Lean/Six Sigma
Experience managing integrations with scientific, technical, quality and regulatory platforms
Prior experience in gene therapy or biologics

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight for the company’s sourcing and procurement function across: Research, non-clinical, translational, clinical, and CMC scientific services Laboratory supplies and raw materials General and administrative goods & services
Oversee the design and implementation of the consumables strategy to ensure timely, compliant, and cost‑efficient support across all R&D laboratories
Lead, mentor, and develop team members to ensure high‑quality execution of end‑to‑end lab consumables management
Partner with leaders across the organization to anticipate evolving needs and align sourcing strategies to ensure continuous support of the company’s strategy and objectives
Build and manage relationships with strategic suppliers; lead and facilitate business reviews with key suppliers to monitor performance & compliance, assess risk, and drive continuous improvement
Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Demand Planning function across AskBio, owning end‑to‑end demand visibility in support of R&D, Clinical, Tech Ops, and Manufacturing operations
Oversee consolidated demand forecasts across lab supplies, materials, and Tech Ops‑supported programs, integrating inputs from Clinical Operations, R&D, Manufacturing, and Finance
Lead and / or support complex sourcing activities and contract negotiations, partnering with business and scientific functions to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and program needs
Implement, oversee, and continuously improve laboratory supplies and raw materials planning, procurement, and control processes to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and operationally efficient operations
Collaborate with Finance and Information Technology to develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy to enable sourcing, procurement, and inventory control operations; Serve as the primary business owner for related systems and processes
Define and track KPIs that measure sourcing and procurement performance, supplier reliability, internal controls, and operational effectiveness across scientific and non-scientific categories
Conduct risk analyses, spend analytics, supplier evaluations, and market intelligence reviews to identify opportunities and mitigate potential gaps
Coach and develop a highly effective team of sourcing and procurement professionals