Senior Supply Chain Specialist

Gilead Sciences•El Segundo, CA

4d•$107,185 - $138,710•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as a Senior Specialist, Supply Chain – Network Planning based onsite in El Segundo, CA. The role will lead S&OP planning across Kite's clinical portfolio, translating demand forecasts into executable supply, capacity, inventory, and risk management strategies. This role serves as a key cross-functional partner across Clinical Operations, Commercial, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain to ensure uninterrupted patient supply and informed business decision-making.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of S&OP, S&OE, MRP/DRP, supply planning, capacity planning, and inventory management.
Experience supporting supply planning in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, cell therapy, or related industries.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional planning and drive decisions in complex, regulated environments.
Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
MA / MS with 2+ years of Supply Chain and/or Operations and/or External Manufacturing experience, or…
BA / BS Degree with 4+ years of Supply Chain and/or Operations and/or External Manufacturing Experience, or…
Associate Degree with 6+ years of Supply Chain and/or Operations and/or External Manufacturing Experience, or…
High School Diploma / GED and 8+ years of Supply Chain and/or Operations and/or External Manufacturing experience

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting autologous CAR-T or In Vivo supply planning and patient scheduling.
Experience with planning systems such as Kinaxis RapidResponse, SAP APO, SAP IBP or OMP.
Experience in applying AI capabilities to improve efficiency and streamline processes a plus.
Experience with PowerPoint charting tools such as think-cell.
APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Support development and maintenance of executable clinical/commercial supply plans aligned with demand, capacity, inventory, cost, and service objectives.
Lead supply planning inputs to the S&OP and S&OE processes, including scenario analysis, risk assessment, assumptions management, and mitigation planning.
Enable leadership decision-making within S&OP by translating data into options and recommendations and building cross-functional consensus.
Own consolidation of S&OP planning assumptions from multiple cross-functional partners.
Partner with Clinical Operations, study teams, Manufacturing, and Site Supply Chain to ensure patient readiness and continuity of supply through S&OE and other executional forums.
Support design and build out of new clinical planning processes for pipeline operations, including in vivo therapies as a future consideration.
Support Commercial supply planning as required.
Drive development and endorsement of clinical service level agreements for new studies.
Identify and mitigate risks related to enrollment and demand variability, study design, and tactical patient supply challenges.
Maintain an integrated view of network supply risks, mitigation plans, and leadership reporting within the S&OP cycle.
Facilitate contingency planning and drive actions that improve network resilience and plan execution.
Serve as the primary planning liaison between Vector and Finished Product within Network Planning for assigned products.
Drive continuous improvement of planning processes, governance, KPIs, reporting, and decision-support tools.
Support planning system enhancements and advanced planning capabilities, including application of AI in day-to-day planning processes.
Lead projects and initiatives that improve planning effectiveness, visibility, and business performance.
Build strong partnerships across Clinical, Commercial, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain organizations.
Act as a trusted planning leader and subject matter expert for clinical supply planning and S&OP.