Associate Director, Global Cell Therapy Sourcing & Procurement

AstraZeneca

Santa Monica, CA, US
Base: $116k to $173k annually; bonus/equity: eligi...
7+ years procurement experience
Category management expertise
Cell therapy industry knowledge
This role offers a global remit to develop long-term strategic plans for critical spend categories within AstraZeneca's Cell Therapy supply chain

Job Summary

  • This role offers a global remit to develop long-term strategic plans for critical spend categories within AstraZeneca's Cell Therapy supply chain.
  • The position requires leading complex contractual negotiations and driving COGM reduction initiatives for sophisticated gene and cell therapies.
  • Candidates will benefit from competitive incentives including short-term bonuses, equity awards, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

Matching Summary

This role offers a global remit to develop long-term strategic plans for critical spend categories within AstraZeneca's Cell Therapy supply chain.

Salary

Base: $116K to $173K annually; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for short-term incentive bonuses and equity-based awards; Benefits: Qualified retirement programs, paid time off, health, dental, and vision coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years procurement experience
  • Category Management expertise
  • Cell Therapy industry knowledge
  • Strategic planning capabilities
  • Supplier relationship management

Nice-to-have

  • CDMO contract negotiation skills
  • Lean Six Sigma methodology
  • China market ecosystem understanding
  • Mandarin language proficiency
  • Tech transfer management experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7+ years in procurement environment
  • Strong pharmaceutical industry background
  • Experience with novel modalities preferred

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