Senior Category Manager - Specialty Labs

Description

Gilead Sciences is currently seeking an experienced and strategic leader for the role of Senior Category Manager, supporting our portfolio of specialty laboratories across Clinical Development. The Senior Category Manager will lead the global category strategy and execution for biomarkers, bioanalytical and companion diagnostic services that enable clinical development, ensuring quality, compliance, continuity of service, cost effectiveness, and fit-for-purpose scientific solutions across a diverse portfolio of trials and geographies.

The Senior Category Manager will partner with key stakeholders to ensure appropriate sourcing strategies with primary suppliers across the full vendor lifecycle, including vendor identification, RFI/RFP management, bid defense, vendor selection, contract negotiation, performance oversight, and closeout. This role requires deep industry experience, broad knowledge of industry practices, and stro...