Director, Sourcing & Procurement

Summit Therapeutics, Inc.

. Serve as a lead procurement business partner to Clinical Operations throughout study planning, startup, execution, and closeout .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $190,000 - $237,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and vendor management within clinical operations, focusing on strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier governance. Proficient in managing complex clinical trial execution and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Procurement ManagementClinical Trial ExecutionContract NegotiationRegulatory ComplianceCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Category Strategy DevelopmentCompetitive SourcingBudget Review and AnalysisMarket IntelligenceSupplier Risk ManagementGCP KnowledgeICH KnowledgeClinical R&D Process UnderstandingData AnalysisProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingCommunication SkillsAbility to Multi-Task

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteVeeva VaultAribaCoupaElectronic Document Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Clinical OperationsCROBiotechPharmaceuticalOncology Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud PlatformVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a lead procurement business partner to Clinical Operations throughout study planning, startup, execution, and closeout
Develop and execute category and supplier strategies across Clinical Operations, Clinical Trial Supplies, and related R&D categories
Lead end-to-end competitive sourcing activities across CROs, central laboratories, imaging, eCOA and eClinical technology, IRT/RTSM, patient recruitment and retention, investigator payments, specialty clinical services, logistics, and clinical trial supply vendors
Translate study requirements, timelines, enrollment assumptions, and supply needs into sourcing plans and vendor solutions
Provide commercial insights, market intelligence, benchmarking, bid analysis, and supplier recommendations for study feasibility, budgeting, vendor selection, and executive decision-making
Lead negotiation and review of MSAs, SOWs, work orders, rate cards, pricing models, service levels, and other commercial terms
Review study budgets, change orders, scope modifications, forecasts, and supplier invoices to improve cost transparency and identify savings or cost-avoidance opportunities
Establish and facilitate vendor governance, including business reviews, performance scorecards, KPIs, SLAs, issue escalation, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement plans
Identify and help resolve supplier risks affecting study execution, supply continuity, logistics, quality events, timelines, and contract compliance
Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives, including process standardization, sourcing tools, spend analytics, supplier rationalization, AI, and automation projects
Report to the Head of Procurement
Collaborate with Clinical Operations, R&D, Clinical Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, and other cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum BA/BS degree or relevant graduate degree preferred
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in a Procurement/Vendor Management or Finance environment in a pharmaceutical, CRO/ biotech company or worked in a clinical R&D operations setting with a CRO/Sponsor company
Good understanding of the drug development R&D process
In-depth understanding of clinical trial-related execution of large global studies, including CROs, central labs, imaging, drug supply, CMC vendors, and ancillary suppliers; oncology experience preferred
Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH, and regulatory expectations governing outsourced clinical activities
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and independently solve problems in a rapidly changing environment
Proficient user of standard MS Office suite, including Word and Excel
Experience using electronic document management systems such as Veeva Vault desirable
Strong computer and database skills
Experience with procurement or contract management systems such as Ariba or Coupa
Attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality with clear and concise oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Critical thinking and problem solving
Ability to work independently
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, manage competing priorities, and operate in a fast-paced, high-growth organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential bonus
Stock
Benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation