Global Head of R&D & Clinical Development Sourcing

Position Summary The Senior Director, R&D & Clinical Development Sourcing is responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing sourcing strategies across R&D, Clinical Development, and Scientific Services categories. Partners with Clinical Operations, R&D Leadership, Development Operations, Biometrics, Regulatory, Quality, and Finance to secure CROs, service providers, technology platforms, and scientific suppliers to enable speed, quality, and innovation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership Develop a multi-year R&D and Clinical Development sourcing strategy aligned with therapeutic, pipeline, and corporate objectives. Serve as lead procurement partner to R&D, Clinical Operations, and Development leadership. Influence senior stakeholders and build consensus on sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and operating models. Represent Procurement in governance forums for study planning, vendor oversight, budget management, and external partnerships. Category Strategy & Value Delivery Lead category strategies across CROs, laboratories, bioanalytical services, scientific services, eCOA/eClinical platforms, biometrics, and FSP models. Drive competitive sourcing events (RFPs, master service agreements) and input to study-level contracting as needed. Execute cost avoidance/savings, operational efficiencies, and value creation; ensure quality, compliance, capacity, innovation, and risk are considered. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Establish strategic supplier governance across key CROs, labs, and technology providers. Partner with QA, Clinical Operations, and Development leadership to manage performance, risk, audits, KPIs, and escalations. Develop long-term supplier partnerships supporting speed, quality, and scientific excellence. Team Leadership & Operational Excellence Build, lead, and mentor a procurement team; set goals, ensure accountability, and support professional development. Strengthen sourcing processes (vendor selection, study startup timelines, bid defenses, governance) and ensure compliance with procurement, legal, quality, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with Finance/FP&A for budget planning, accruals, and vendor forecasting. Risk Management & Compliance Assess and mitigate vendor, operational, regulatory, and geopolitical risks; ensure appropriate due diligence, robust contracting, and governance frameworks. #J-18808-Ljbffr