About the role

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. 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.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. 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.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. 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. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.

As the Executive Director, Business Partnering & Category Management, at Gilead you will lead enterprise procurement strategy across a global portfolio, shaping how critical investments in Research, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Facilities deliver value to the organization.

This site-based role is located at our global headquarters in Foster City, CA.

This role sits at the center of Gilead’s global procurement transformation—owning enterprise category strategies and driving alignment across senior stakeholders. You will influence how billions in spend are prioritized, governed, and optimized to accelerate innovation and operational performance.

What you will own

Enterprise Business Partnering & Strategy

Serve as the senior procurement partner to leaders across Research, Pharmaceutical Development & Manufacturing, Engineering & Facilities, and Kite
Translate business priorities into actionable, global category strategies that deliver measurable value
Shape strategic planning, investment decisions, and long-range procurement roadmaps

Global Category Leadership & Value Creation

Own end-to-end accountability for a broad portfolio of global categories with measurable outcomes
Define and execute enterprise category strategies leveraging market intelligence and deep category expertise
Drive value beyond savings, including innovation, supplier performance, and risk mitigation

Executive Stakeholder Alignment

Build trusted relationships with senior leadership and influence enterprise decision-making
Communicate category strategies and performance to executives, ensuring alignment and investment support
Lead cross-functional alignment across regions and business units

Operational Excellence & Transformation

Champion procurement transformation initiatives that increase early engagement and stakeholder satisfaction
Establish KPIs, dashboards, and governance frameworks to track performance and ensure compliance
Drive adoption of preferred supplier programs and enterprise standards

Supplier Strategy & Ecosystem Leadership

Lead strategic supplier relationships at the executive level
Define supplier performance expectations across cost, quality, innovation, and reliability
Partner with Supplier Risk, Inclusion, and Sustainability teams to advance responsible sourcing

People Leadership & Organizational Impact

Lead and develop a high-performing global team of procurement leaders
Foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, and accountability
Build organizational capability through coaching, mentoring, and talent development

What success looks like (first 6–12 months)

Established trusted advisor relationships with key enterprise stakeholders
Delivered clear, enterprise-wide category strategies with measurable impact
Improved procurement engagement and stakeholder satisfaction
Advanced transformation initiatives with visible executive alignment and results

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 16+ years of professional experience, OR
Master’s Degree (or MBA) and 14+ years of professional experience, OR
PhD and 14+ years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of experience leading global procurement teams, including leaders of leaders
Deep expertise in category management across areas such as research services, lab supplies, construction, and facilities
Proven success driving enterprise procurement transformation and large-scale initiatives
Strong executive presence with demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders
Extensive experience in supplier strategy, contract negotiation, and performance management
Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging procurement systems and analytics to inform strategy
Ability to lead in a highly matrixed, global organization
Track record of delivering measurable value beyond cost savings, including innovation and risk management
Experience advancing supplier diversity, sustainability, and responsible sourcing initiatives

The salary range for this position is: $281,010.00 - $363,660.00. 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. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster.

NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT

Gilead Sciences will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team.

Gilead provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Skills & Tags

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Gilead Sciences is a leader in antiviral drug development, attracting professionals committed to advancing treatments for HIV, hepatitis, and other critical diseases.
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What's promising

•Strong focus on antiviral drugs with a proven track record in HIV and hepatitis treatment.
•Recent expansion into oncology and cell therapy indicates growth and diversification.
•Robust pipeline of innovative medicines addressing unmet medical needs.

What to watch

•High dependency on a few blockbuster drugs for revenue.
•Regulatory challenges and pricing pressures in the pharmaceutical industry.
•Potential for increased competition in the antiviral drug market.

Why Gilead Sciences

•Pioneering role in developing antiviral therapies, particularly for HIV and hepatitis.
•Integration of advanced technologies in research, such as AI for drug discovery.
•Strategic expansion into oncology and cell therapy through acquisitions like Kite Pharma.

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Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need, with a focus on antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and influenza.