Director, Supply Chain

Director, Global Clinical Supply Chain

Gilead Sciences is seeking an experienced Director to lead end‑to‑end clinical supply planning on a global scale. The role requires a deep understanding of clinical supply chain best practices, GxP compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration in a fast‑paced biopharmaceutical environment.

Job Description

The Director works closely with Global Supply Chain and key functions such as Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Product Development & Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory, and Project Management Office to formulate and execute supply chain strategies, meet project deliverables, solve business problems, and generate competitive advantage. Responsibilities span protocol design, manufacturing, distribution, and inventory management of clinical supplies at worldwide sites.

Essential Job Functions & Focus Area

• Serve as the clinical supply lead on Product Development sub‑teams for complex development programs.
• Lead development & execution of overall clinical supply strategy and management for clinical development programs, including management of investigational medicinal product (IMP) for assigned global trials.
• Oversee and support clinical study planners, facilitating issue and risk identification, mitigation, resolution, and communication.
• Drive decision‑making at cross‑functional teams supporting long‑term vision.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate supply risks at program level; lead visible, impactful process improvements and change initiatives.
• Author, revise, and review SOPs, work instructions, and business policies.
• Accountable for clinical supply budget of assigned programs.
• Review and approve statements of work, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Influence and drive program allocations at partners and contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).
• Contribute to strategic initiatives within GCSC, GSC, or PDM, including due diligence resource pools, global drug delivery community, and clinical supply integration following M&A.

Specific Education & Experience Requirements

Key Knowledge And Skills

Specific Job Responsibilities

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range : $210,375.00 – $272,250.00 (base). The position may also be eligible for discretionary annual bonus, stock‑based long‑term incentives, paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc.).

For additional benefits information, visit Benefits & Compensation .

The company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation in the application process may send an email to ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com.

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