Global Procurement Director Of Solutions Excellence & User Experience

Gilead Sciences, Inc.; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company dedicated to transforming healthcare through its procurement processes. As the Global Procurement Director, you will lead initiatives that enhance user experience and drive digital transformation. Collaborating with stakeholders across various departments, you will play a critical role in reshaping supplier strategies and fostering a culture of excellence. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in an organization committed to improving global health outcomes. If you are passionate about procurement and eager to lead change, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in program/change management and source-to-pay processes.
• Deep understanding of procurement principles and technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Drive digital transformation initiatives and develop digital roadmaps.
• Lead project management and change initiatives across departments.

Skills

Program Management

Change Management

Procurement Principles

Project Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

Tools

ERP Systems

Digital Tools

Job description

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Global Procurement Director Of Solutions Excellence & User Experience

Location: United Kingdom - Uxbridge
Posted on: Yesterday
Application deadline: 27 July 2025 (More than 30 days remaining)

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all. For over 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and cancer. We are committed to developing therapies that improve lives and ensuring global access to these therapies. Our mission requires collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every team member plays a critical role in scientific innovation. We value our employees as our greatest asset and seek passionate, ambitious individuals ready to make a significant impact.

We believe every employee deserves great leadership. Our People Leaders are key to creating an inclusive, developed, and empowered workplace. Join Gilead and help create possibilities together.

Job Description

Gilead has been a leader in HIV treatment and prevention for over 30 years. As we expand into new disease areas and markets, we are transforming how we manage Indirect Procurement. Our focus is on simplifying processes and enhancing user experience. We aim to partner with stakeholders to foster innovation, drive results, reshape supplier strategies, and cultivate a diverse, solution-oriented culture.

This role is pivotal in advancing Gilead’s procurement transformation, focusing on the Global Buying Experience Program and improving overall user experience through process and solution excellence. Responsibilities include project alignment, organizational readiness, stakeholder engagement, training, performance analysis, and communication. The role requires collaboration with global stakeholders across departments like Finance, R&D, Commercial, and IT, guiding regional change initiatives.

Location

Base options: Stockley Park, UK or Cork, Ireland

Key Responsibilities

1. Solutions Excellence: Drive digital transformation initiatives, identify innovative technologies (AI, machine learning, automation), and develop multi-year digital roadmaps in collaboration with IT and other departments.
2. Technology Integration & Operations: Oversee integration and optimization of ERP systems, procurement solutions, and digital tools.
3. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strategic relationships, manage program execution, and influence senior management across the organization.
4. Project & Change Management: Lead project management and change initiatives, including activity planning, resource management, and impact assessments.
5. Process Improvement: Continuously enhance performance metrics, streamline processes, and implement innovations for greater business impact.
6. Supplier Excellence: Support end-to-end supplier lifecycle processes, including risk assessment, onboarding, due diligence, and offboarding.

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive relevant experience, preferably in program or change management and source-to-pay processes.
• Deep understanding of procurement principles, industry standards, and technology platforms.
• Proven success in cross-functional process reengineering and project management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean principles (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree or higher; MBA preferred.

Gilead Core Values

• Integrity
• Inclusion
• Teamwork
• Excellence
• Accountability

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gilead is committed to non-discriminatory employment practices and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Internal Applicants

Please apply via the internal portal in Workday.