Exec Director, Procurement Center of Excellence

Gilead Sciences Inc. Job Opportunity

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.

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.

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.

This is a site based role at our global headquarters in Foster City, CA.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Strategy & Governance
• Procurement Technical Operations & Platforms
• Data, Analytics & Insights
• Supplier Programs
• Learning, Development & Capability Building

Experience Requirements:

• 16+ years professional work experience plus a BS/BA or 14+ years professional work experience plus a MA/MS or MBA in a corporate environment, preferably in the areas of DEI, procurement and supplier management, or corporate strategy.
• 10+ years' experience heading and managing procurement leaders & teams with a focus on mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
• Experience supporting Global Procurement transformation projects working directly with business partners to execute on defined scope, budget and transformation results.
• Exceptional track record of applying procurement principles, concepts, best practices, and standards along with an in-depth knowledge of industry practices required.
• Experience working with and leading multiple projects and teams simultaneously across a matrixed organization.
• Strong Leadership and effective business partnering capabilities - Influence without authority mindset
• Extensive knowledge and experience with procurement/spend systems data and analysis to drive decision making.
• Meets Gilead's leadership commitments with demonstrated experience in applying these principles

Gilead Core Values:

• Integrity (Doing What's Right)
• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the EEO is the Law poster.

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The salary range for this position is: $281,010.00 - $363,660.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.