Gileadhot

Associate Director, Program Process & Portfolio Technology Product Lead

United States - California - Foster City · Director · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$196k-$253kDetected 29 days ago

Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementVendor ManagementPerformance ManagementPublic HealthLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader.
People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite.

Own the MAT Portfolio View and Governance
Own and maintain the MAT portfolio view, tracking all active projects, programs, and capability workstreams across every Technology Capability Lead and Technology Product Lead in the organization
Coordinate vendor partnerships across all MAT technology partners, maintaining visibility into contracts, performance tracking, and service level alignment in partnership with IT
Support periodic vendor performance reviews, compiling data from capability leads and product leads into structured assessments that inform investment and renewal decisions
Identify new vendor opportunities and bring recommendations to capability leads and the Executive Director of MAT for consideration
Partner with IT to ensure the global support vendor delivers production support, testing, and issue resolution at the quality, speed, and cost the organization requires
Drive Project Management Excellence Across MAT
Develop project management competency across the MAT team, establishing PM best practices, training materials, and coaching that raise the bar for how all team members manage their work
Lead onboarding for new MAT team members, ensuring every new hire or contractor understands the operating model, tools, governance standards, and cultural expectations from day one
Build and maintain the MAT operating playbook: the single reference for how intake, prioritization, delivery, vendor coordination, and reporting work across the organization

Master's degree + 8 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree + 10 years of experience in program management, project management, PMO operations, or technology operations in a regulated industry

Strong program management or PMO background with experience managing multi project portfolios, governance frameworks, and operational reporting in a global organization
Experience with vendor management including contract coordination, SLA monitoring, performance reviews, RFP processes, and issue escalation across multiple technology partners
Track record of stepping into project management roles when needed, managing scope, risk, timelines, and stakeholder communication with discipline and clarity
Strong communication skills with the ability to present portfolio status, vendor performance, and operational insights clearly and concisely to senior leadership
Comfort operating across time zones and cultures in a global organization, coordinating with teams and vendors in multiple regions
Pharma or life sciences experience is a plus but not required
PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management certification is a plus
MBA or advanced degree preferred

Evaluate and recommend new operational tools and process improvements that help MAT scale without adding headcount
Ensure data integrity and consistency across all MAT operational systems, so leadership decisions are based on accurate, timely information

$195,670.00 - $253,220.00.
Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.
This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.

include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.
Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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.

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people.
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.
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.

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