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.
Job Description
At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.
We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.
Gilead Sciences is seeking a Director, Vendor Outsourcing, Business Strategy & Operations to play a critical role in supporting leadership and ensuring effective organizational operations.
Vendor Outsourcing (VO), within Development Operations, operates at the intersection of strategy, execution, and compliance, owning an end‑to‑end support model that spans category management, sourcing, vendor qualification, contracting, and vendor performance & relationship management. The team plays a critical role in ensuring compliant contracting, sustained inspection‑readiness, measurable value generation, and continuous improvement across a diverse and complex global portfolio. Vendor Outsourcing (VO) manages CRO, CRU, RWE, Observational Research, Central & Specialty Lab, HCP Consulting, Clinical Development Cooperatives, Functional Service Providers, Regulatory, Safety, Quality and GXP-Medical Affairs & Development Systems service categories to deliver value, quality, compliant and innovative solutions with the right partner, in collaboration with the enterprise.
The Director, Vendor Outsourcing, Business Strategy & Operations serves as a strategic partner to leadership, driving functional initiatives that improve business performance, operational efficiency, and execution excellence. The ideal candidate combines technical category acumen, strong strategic thinking, hands-on operational execution with a finesse to influence stakeholders in a highly regulated, matrixed environment. The role reports into the Global Head of Vendor Outsourcing.
Key Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications
12+ Years with BS/BA
OR
10+ Years with MS/MA or MBA
Preferred Qualifications
MBA and/or advanced scientific degree
Experience in clinical development category management, business strategy, operations, vendor outsourcing, or regulated environments
Exposure to outsourcing governance, portfolio management, or operational excellence initiatives
Proven ability to influence and drive outcomes in a matrixed, cross‑functional environment
Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management
Strong systems and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level materials
People Leader Accountabilities
Create Inclusion by demonstrating the business value of diverse and inclusive teams and embedding equity and respect into day to day people management practices.
Develop Talent by understanding team members skills experience aspirations and potential and providing coaching feedback and development opportunities.
Empower Teams by connecting team goals to organizational purpose removing barriers to execution and enabling cross functional collaboration.
For additional benefits information, visit:
https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. 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 ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.