Cytokinetics

Cytokinetics

Director, Global Supply Chain – Operational Excellence (LEAN)

South San Francisco, California · Director

Sponsorship not specified$223k-$260kDetected 31 days ago
ComplianceProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementSupply ChainProcess ImprovementPerformance ManagementGMPMedical DevicesLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringLean Manufacturing

About the role

  • The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
  • Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Operational Excellence Strategy & Execution
  • Develop and execute the Operational Excellence roadmap for Supply Chain, External Manufacturing, and Technical Operations, aligned with business goals and priorities.
  • Drive transformational initiatives that enhance reliability, agility, and cost-effectiveness of the end-to-end supply network.
  • Embed a culture of continuous improvement across internal teams and external partners.
  • Identify, prioritize, and implement process improvement opportunities to enhance service, reduce costs, and ensure compliance across planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution.
  • Support Technical Operations in problem-solving initiatives by coaching team leads to effectively utilize fit-for-purpose frameworks for identifying root cause(s).
  • Collaborate with CMOs/CDMOs and internal stakeholders to assess and improve external manufacturing performance through systematic KPI reviews and improvement plans.
  • Lead joint improvement initiatives with external partners while ensuring cGMP and regulatory compliance.
  • Build strong relationships and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement with suppliers and contract manufacturers.
  • Design, implement, and sustain a Tiered Management System (Tier 1-3) across Supply Chain, External Manufacturing, and Technical Operations to enable effective daily, weekly, and monthly performance management.

Requirements

  • The ideal candidate brings expertise in Lean Six Sigma, pharmaceutical manufacturing processes (including cGMP), and the unique challenges of managing a global external manufacturing and supply network.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes, cGMP, regulatory requirements, and the complexities of external manufacturing.
  • Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in operational performance, cost reduction, and process efficiency.
  • Experience managing and improving external manufacturing or supplier relationships in a regulated industry.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed, and global environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Life Sciences, or related field required; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a regulated healthcare industry segment (e.g., pharmaceutical development, supply chain, manufacturing, medical device, or technical operations, with at least 5-10 years in operational excellence, continuous improvement, or similar leadership roles.
  • Exceptional project management, change management, and facilitation skills.
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities across all organizational levels and with external partners.
  • Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.
  • Results-oriented and data-driven decision-making.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to lead without authority and drive collaboration.
  • Passion for excellence and continuous improvement.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Life Sciences, or related field required
  • Master's degree or MBA preferred.
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Compensation

  • In the U.S., the hiring pay range for fully qualified candidates is $223,200 - $260,400 per year.
  • The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Equal opportunity

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  • Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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