Global Sourcing Director Cel Therapy

Are you ready to shape the future of sourcing in cell therapy? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment where innovation meets impact?

What can you expect?

We’re looking for a Director of Global Sourcing who’s passionate about building strategic supplier relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and enabling the delivery of life-changing therapies. If you’re a visionary leader with deep sourcing expertise and a collaborative mindset, this role is for you.

Global Sourcing Strategy & Leadership

• Lead and implement a global sourcing organization for direct materials supporting a commercialized CAR-T product.
• Develop and execute a long-term sourcing strategy aligned with manufacturing and business goals.
• Build and lead a high-performing global sourcing team with 2–3 direct reports.
• Establish sourcing scoreboards, KPIs, and metrics to drive visibility and performance.
• Enhance risk assessment processes and maintain updated risk scores for BOM and high-risk materials.
• Own make vs. buy decisions and lead supplier selection, RFI/RFP processes, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Legal, CMC, MSAT, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Regulatory to prepare second-source strategies and ensure supply continuity.
• Deliver on cost savings goals and support product competitiveness.
• Support CMO contract negotiations in partnership with Alliance Management.
• Ensure target inventory levels are met and published monthly.
• Drive supplier performance through OTIF metrics, cost reduction initiatives, and strategic partnerships.
• Refine and develop corporate policies and SOPs for global sourcing.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Operational Enablement

• Partner with Integrated Business Planning to report material exceptions and align sourcing with demand.
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders across US and EU, including TechOps and Quality.
• Provide project management, purchasing, and invoice support for technical teams.
• Ensure sourcing processes are scalable and adaptable in a fast-moving organization.
• Support regulatory readiness and compliance in collaboration with manufacturing and quality teams.

Who are we looking for?

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Sciences, Engineering, or related biological sciences preferred.

Experience:

• 10+ years in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in direct material sourcing, procurement, and contracting.
• Proven track record of driving cost savings and sourcing solutions.
• Experience negotiating complex supply agreements and CMO contracts.
• Strong understanding of the cell therapy supplier landscape and industry dynamics.

Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Strengths:

• Strategic thinker with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Skilled in data analytics, risk management, and ERP systems (S/4 HANA preferred).
• Deep knowledge of cGMP guidelines and experience working with manufacturing and supply chain teams.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, PowerBI, and project tools like SmartSheet.

Expertise:

• Sourcing processes and implementation in dynamic environments.
• Working with cell and gene therapy materials and manufacturing processes.
• Supplier performance management and cost reduction strategies.
• Intercultural communication and global supplier engagement.
• Regulatory compliance and audit readiness in sourcing operations.

What do we offer you? 

A strategic leadership role in a pioneering biotech company where your work directly impacts patients and global supply chains. You’ll join a passionate, collaborative team and help shape the sourcing function for a rapidly expanding CAR-T portfolio.

• A permanent contract with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment that values innovation, growth, and impact.
• A chance to be part of something bigger—bringing transformative therapies to patients across the world.

 

 

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