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Director, Supply Chain, ERP Transformation

San Carlos, California, United States

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Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases, which have serious and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Working to eradicate or treat bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, and Shigella is just the beginning. Our path to success is clear and well-defined, and Vaxcyte is set up to go the distance. 
 
WHAT we do is every bit as important as HOW we do it! Our work together is guided by four enduring core values:
 
*RETHINK CONVENTION: We bring creative and intellectual diversity to every facet of the work we do in order to innovate and re-innovate the way vaccines are delivered.
 
*AIM HIGH: We embody our collectively audacious goal to courageously make the most complex biologics ever attempted to protect humankind.
 
*LEAD WITH HEART: Everyone leads at Vaxcyte with a kindness-first, inclusive approach to collaboration and vigorous debate that advances our business objectives.
 
*MODEL EXCELLENCE:  The magnitude of our challenge requires our shared commitment to demonstrating integrity, accountability, equality and clarity across communications and decision making.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Supply Chain, ERP Transformation, to join our dynamic team. As we transition from a clinical-stage organization to a fully integrated commercial biotech company, we are building the foundational capabilities essential to reliably deliver our first commercial vaccine to patients.

The Director, Supply Chain ERP Transformation role will play a pivotal leadership role in designing and implementing the end-to-end processes required to support this transformation. This is a business role and not a technology role. In this role, you will lead a team of process leaders in developing and executing Plan-to-Deliver capabilities—including planning, scheduling, production, quality release, and logistics—as well as overseeing the comprehensive Direct Procure-to-Pay process, including purchasing, receiving and inventory management, quality release, and reconciliation.

The ideal candidate is well-versed in industry standards and best practices that are scalable, compliant, and aligned with our future-state operating model. You bring deep supply chain expertise, proven cross-functional leadership, and a strong track record of driving transformation through effective business process and technology alignment.

If you are passionate about building leading-class supply chain capabilities and enabling organizational transformation in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare.

Essential Functions:

  • Serve as the Global Business Process Owner: Own and champion the end-to-end Plan-to-Deliver and Direct Procure-to-Pay value streams with Business Process Leaders, ensuring processes are integrated, optimized, and aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Lead Process Design and Standardization: Drive the development and implementation of robust, scalable, and compliant supply chain processes that will support Vaxcyte’s transition to a commercial-stage operation. Strive to balance agility, efficiency, and compliance while standardizing workflows.
  • Act as a Change Leader: Inspire and guide stakeholders through transformational change, fostering a performance-driven culture and embracing new ways of working to unlock organizational potential.
  • Integrate Business Process and Technology: Ensure business processes and ERP capabilities are harmoniously integrated to deliver the intended target-state business outcomes and sustain long-term value.
  • Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and nurture strong partnerships across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, Finance, IT, and Commercial functions. Facilitate alignment and collaboration across both clinical and commercial supply chain operations.
  • Data Governance: Define and execute a comprehensive data governance framework to enable to the Plan to Deliver and Direct Procure to Pay Business Processes, ensuring data integrity and accuracy, reliability, and operational efficiency.
  • Develop and Implement Metrics and KPIs: Design, deploy, key performance indicators to monitor and assess process effectiveness, identify improvement opportunities, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Oversee SOP and Documentation Development: Lead the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures and business process documentation to support operational readiness and ensure compliance with Health Authority inspection requirements.
  • Lead and Mentor Cross-Functional Teams: Manage, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of business professionals, cultivating an environment of continuous learning, growth, and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with Executives and Senior Leaders to ensure strategic alignment between ERP, operational initiatives, and corporate objectives, providing critical insights and recommendations to inform decision-making and drive enterprise-wide results.

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (e.g., APICS, CSCP) is preferred.
  • 12+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, procurement, quality functions, preferably within the biotechnology industry. Proven track record of success in a senior management role.
  • Has held Business Process Owner/Lead roles previously with significant experience designing biotech business processes
  • Proficiency in SAP ERP is required and OMP Advanced Planning Systems is preferred. Has completed multiple full life-cycle SAP S/4 HANA implementations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management skills. Ability to inspire and motivate a team to achieve high levels of performance.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage large complex projects and meet deadlines.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Reports to: Senior Director, Supply Planning, Inventory Management and Systems
 
Location: San Carlos, CA
 
Work Arrangement (may be adjusted based on business needs, job responsibilities, or changes to company policy):
Hybrid (minimum of 3 days per week)
 
Compensation:
The compensation package will be competitive and includes comprehensive benefits and an equity component.
 
Salary Range: $219,000 - $256,000 (SF Bay Area). Salary ranges for non-California locations may vary.
 
Relocation: 
This role is eligible for relocation assistance. 

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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