Sr. Supply Chain Specialist

<p>At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.<br/> </p><p>Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.<br/> </p><p>We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.<br/><br/><b>Job Description</b><br/> </p><p>Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company founded in 1987. Together we deliver life-saving therapies to patients in need. With the commitment and drive you bring to the workplace every day, you will be part of a team that is changing the world and helping millions of people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Our worldwide staff is a close community where you can see the tangible results of your contributions, where every individual matters, and everyone has a chance to enhance their skills through ongoing development. Our scientific focus has resulted in marketed products that are benefiting hundreds of thousands of people, a pipeline of late-stage drug candidates, and unmatched patient access programs to ensure medications are available to those who could otherwise not afford them. By joining Gilead, you will further our mission to address unmet medical needs and improve life by advancing the care of patients with life-threatening diseases.</p><p></p><p>The Sr. Supply Chain Specialist will play an important role within the Global Logistics Organisation (Part of Gilead’s Global Supply Chain)  to manage the continuity supply for Commercial API, Britestock and Finished Goods. They will also be responsible for coordination and management of supply chain logistics activities, focusing on communication and collaboration with other supply chain groups and Contract Management Organisations (CMOs), inventory analysis and exception management, as well as monitoring KPIs for continuous improvement activities. The Senior Supply Chain Specialist will have the opportunity to work with and learn from colleagues across Gilead (Supply Chain, Finance, QA, Analytical Operations) as well as multiple CMO organisations, <span>freight forwarders, and third party warehouses</span>.</p><p></p><p>Specific Responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><p>Works on problems of a moderately complex scope regarding logistics/carrier management execution processes where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.</p></li><li><p>Manages operations and may manage tasks and performance of assigned group of staff in the Supply Chain department, in accordance with the budget.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for implementing and improving logistics supply chain activities related to contract set ups, material control, inventory control, and shipping/receiving in support of Gilead’s existing and future business plans.</p></li><li><p>Prioritises activities, plans daily tasks with the team, and executes on material schedules and coordinates the compliant &amp; efficient movement of materials while managing relationships with contracted CMO sites and stakeholders within Gilead’s QMS.</p></li><li><p>Maintains and assists with the implementation of Supply Chain policies, procedures, techniques, standards, and systems per business requirements, GXP, and GDP standards.</p></li><li><p>Independently identifies and initiates the execution of supply chain logistics initiatives to achieve departmental and Gilead targets.</p></li><li><p>Analyses systems, processes and impact on business performance. Develops tools needed to support division Center of Excellence Service Teams action.</p></li><li><p>Acts as a relationship manager for cross-functional or external contacts. Involved in the earliest stage of partner relationships to help build solid foundations for collaboration.</p></li><li><p>Manages relationships with contracted forwarders utilising KPIs to demonstrate improvement in safety, compliance, quality, service, cost and sustainability.</p></li><li><p>May recommend and assist with the integration of new technologies and/or new processes as needed, to drive continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>May assist in the