Vertex · 3 months ago
Senior Director, Strategy to Order Process & Digitization Center of Excellence
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$214K/yr - $322K/yr
12+ years expVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. They are seeking a Senior Director, Strategy to Order Process & Digitization Center of Excellence to lead the strategic sourcing function, optimize processes, and drive digital transformation to enhance business outcomes.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Lead the strategy, design, digitization, implementation, and continuous improvement of global strategic sourcing and procurement to order end to end processes (in partnership with the P2P team) to enhance the value and impact of the strategic sourcing and P2P organizations to business objectives
Develop and partner to execute on multi-year digital process and technology roadmap for P2P, including evaluating, implementing and optimizing strategic sourcing and procurement technologies and tools to enhance automation and data drive decision-making and simplified and orchestrated user experience, including a strategy and roadmap to enable evolving business needs
Enable cross functional sourcing teams responsible for developing and evolving robust multi-year category strategies and sourcing plans that are pulled through in the end-to-end procurement process through streamlined buying channels, management of strategic supplier relationship and performance management; Lead through example to position the strategic sourcing organization to be a more strategic partner to the business and bring an enterprise category lens to maximize both business and category value for the company
Owns overall capability for Sourcing & Procurement organization team development and skill building focusing on “soft” skills (effective business partnering, influence, enterprise thinking, communication, active listening, executive presence), business skills, and “hard” sourcing skills
Own and manage processes and tools such as Market Intelligence, RFXs, Contracting, TPRM etc. support the end-to-end strategy to pay processes, to ensure they continuously support the business effectively and efficiently, and are effectively used by team members including
Own and manage strategies and processes such as buying channels, supplier onboarding process etc. ensuring they are aligned to and supporting category strategies and sourcing outcomes can be optimally operationalized into buying and payment channels, enabling streamlined processes and a simplified user experience
Develop and enable Supplier Performance/Relationship Management processes, including supplier performance monitoring and managing supplier risk, to guide and mentor team members to ensure successful execution with strategic suppliers, and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers
Develop, drive, and embed a robust Sustainability program and roadmap inclusive of Supplier Diversity program and results and Sustainability strategies to enable the organization to meet business needs and achieve ID&E company goals
Lead the Data, Insights and Analytics strategy enabling and supporting the end-to-end Strategy to Pay process, ensuring strategy to drive data driven insights and decision-making across the teams, and optimize enablement of strategic category management, business engagement and decision-making
Collaborate across the Strategic Sourcing team to develop value delivery plans, goals, and metrics linked to business objectives including articulating relevant value beyond savings targets such as innovation, simplification, urgency etc. as well as annual cost savings targets, in collaboration with Business Partners and Finance, within their specific category(ies) and is accountable for successful achievement
Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with global regulations and internal SOPs, regularly conducting reviews to assess compliance, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strategy to pay processes are continuously optimized through integration, simple and visible user experience, streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and enhance overall efficiency
Drive initiatives that enhance the strategic value of the strategic sourcing and procurement functions within the organization, in alignment with the P2P team
Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for strategic sourcing and procurement processes and monitor performance against these metrics
Develop training programs and tools for sourcing and procurement teams to elevate capabilities and enable the organization to deliver impact to the business
Drive change and adoption of processes, tools and technologies to delivery for the business and achieve value outcomes
Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the strategic sourcing and procurement function to mature and sustain the value if the organization to the business
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline from a 4-year College or University
12 – 14 years of specific Strategic Sourcing experience, ideally several within a pharmaceutical / biotech industry, with 7+ years of supervisory experience leading larger teams
Experience in building and driving strategy, including building multi-year digital roadmaps in partnership with the Strategic Sourcing teams and DTE
Able to establish and maintain strong business partner relationships at highest levels within the organization, partner on and shape strategies and develop multi-year plans to drive value for the business, gaining their respect and trust; Thoughtful and active listener; able to think quickly and effectively articulate points of view
Understanding of Category Management & sourcing including data analysis and analytic tools, buying channels, P2P tools and processes, supplier performance management, and business stakeholder and supplier management
Able to develop team members and provide constructive feedback supported by specific examples. Makes necessary hard decisions when team members are not able to perform to expectations despite sustained support and coaching
Leads by example; sets aggressive goals but provides necessary support to ensure successful execution
Strong project management and organizational skills. Track record of successful execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives
Able to lead larger, cross-functional/global teams in collaborative manner to drive successful outcomes. Collaboration extends beyond Business Partners and suppliers to include other functional areas including Legal, Compliance, Finance, among others
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal); able to clearly articulate opinions in concise and persuasive manner. Comfortable speaking in front of groups and/or leading meetings that may include Executive Management personnel
Strong understanding of the drug discovery process and the specific regulatory requirements associated with operating in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Firm understanding of Vertex's strategic direction, financial performance, and key annual operational imperatives
Preferred
Advanced degree (e.g. MBA) and/or supply chain professional designation preferred
International assignments / experience a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
A generous commuting subsidy
Matching charitable donations
401(k)
And so much more
Company
Vertex
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2-10 employees
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