Senior Manager, Supply Chain

Gilead Sciences

. Build and maintain executable production schedules across the external manufacturing (CDMO/CMO) network .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • United StatesSenior💰 $143,225 - $185,350 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain planning, particularly in external manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on demand translation, material availability, and contract management. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and advanced planning tools to enhance operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement.

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Supply Chain Planning ExperienceGMP Operations KnowledgeERP Proficiency (SAP, IBP, OMP, Kinaxis)APICS CPIM/CSCP CertificationCell & Gene Therapy Experience

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain PlanningDemand TranslationMaterial Availability ManagementPurchase Order ManagementInvoicing ManagementForecast Accuracy AnalysisKPI Tracking and ReportingScenario PlanningBatch-Based Production KnowledgeContractual Framework Management

Soft Skills

Strong Influencing SkillsExcellent CommunicationStakeholder EngagementAnalytical ThinkingDecisiveness Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsAdvanced Planning SystemsData Reporting DashboardsSupply Chain Management ToolsContract Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CPIM CertificationAPICS CSCP CertificationMBA

Industry Keywords

External Manufacturing (CDMO/CMO)GMP OperationsCell & Gene TherapyCommercial BiologicsSterile InjectablesS&OP/S&OE ProcessesSupply Governance FrameworksCritical Raw Material PlanningInventory HealthSupply Reliability/OTIF

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain executable production schedules across the external manufacturing (CDMO/CMO) network
Act as the primary planning conduit between Kite Network Planning, Site Supply Chain, and external partners
Translate demand plans into contractually aligned external forecasts
Secure plasmid, vector, Cell Bank, and other critical material availability
Manage purchase orders and invoicing through the full lifecycle
Validate slot reservations, campaign timing, yield expectations, testing sequences, and release timelines
Maintain schedule stability within the frozen window while enabling longer-horizon agility
Provide partners with rolling 6–24 month visibility for contracting, capacity planning, and risk mitigation
Reconcile forecasted demand against contracted capacity and escalate gaps or over-commitments
Align material availability, safety stock, and procurement strategies with the schedule
Identify material constraints and drive mitigation
Validate and reconcile invoices against purchase orders and deliveries
Partner with Finance, Procurement, Accounts Payable, Quality, IT, Logistics, Trade Compliance, Regulatory, Technical Operations, and Supply Chain
Track and report KPIs including schedule adherence, capacity utilization, supply reliability/OTIF, forecast accuracy, inventory health, and PO/invoicing accuracy
Capture deviations, analyze root causes, and drive corrective actions with partners
Establish standardized reporting, dashboards, and data flows
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen planning discipline, reduce cycle time, and improve integration
Lead recurring scheduling forums with internal functions and external partners
Coordinate shipments across Kite’s network
Align variation management with external manufacturing schedules, including part number management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field with relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with correspondingly less experience; OR PhD with correspondingly less experience
Supply chain planning experience with strong exposure to external manufacturing (CDMO/CMO) and network/site planning
Deep understanding of GMP operations, external manufacturing, batch-based production, and global distribution flows
Experience translating demand plans into supplier forecasts and managing supply within contractual frameworks
Experience issuing and managing purchase orders and invoicing with external partners
Proficiency with ERP and advanced planning systems (SAP, IBP, OMP, Kinaxis)
Strong influencing skills across global, matrixed organizations and external partners
APICS CPIM/CSCP certification or MBA (advanced degree) preferred
Experience with cell & gene therapy, commercial biologics, or sterile injectables preferred
Experience with plasmid / critical raw material planning preferred
Experience with S&OP/S&OE processes and supply governance frameworks preferred
Strong ability to translate strategy and demand into executable external production plans
Excellent communication, alignment, and stakeholder engagement skills across internal teams and external partners
Highly analytical with advanced scenario planning capability
Effective at navigating complex external networks, contracts, and competing priorities
Calm, structured, and decisive during supply escalations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical insurance
Company-sponsored dental insurance
Company-sponsored vision insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance
Benefits package