Consulting Director - Lifesciences & Pharma

GEP Worldwide; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Professional development

Job summary

GEP Worldwide is seeking a Director of Consulting in the Life Sciences & Pharma vertical. You will lead strategic procurement transformation programs, manage senior client relationships, and build high-performing global teams to deliver measurable results.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years in management consulting or life sciences procurement, with deep industry knowledge, a record of delivering transformation, and strong communication to C-suite executives. Travel up to 80% is required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of management consulting experience or life sciences procurement/supply chain roles.
• Leadership of cross-functional, global teams and large-scale transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of Life Sciences value chains, regulatory environments and supplier ecosystems.
• Proven ability to engage, influence and drive impact at the executive level.
• Analytical and data-driven problem solving with actionable recommendations.
• Excellent presentation and storytelling abilities for C-suite stakeholders.
• Business development potential and long-term partnership mindset.
• Travel up to 80%.

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead strategic procurement transformation initiatives for Life Sciences.
• Manage multiple client programs across pharma, biotech and medical devices.
• Serve as trusted advisor to senior executives and maintain key relationships.
• Design and implement value-driven sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Lead, coach and develop global consulting teams.
• Identify growth opportunities and support business development.
• Deliver data-based insights and executive presentations.
• Oversee RFQs, supplier management, and category strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Life Sciences industry knowledge

Executive relationship management

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Growth mindset

Travel willingness

Multilingual (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Who We Are

GEP, with over 30 offices internationally, is the fastest growing procurement and supply chain solutions firm – consulting, software and managed services. GEP has succeeded by being smart and creative; solving complex problems and finding opportunities for the world’s largest organizations.

Welcome to GEP!

GEP, with over 30 offices internationally, is the fastest growing procurement and supply chain solutions firm – consulting, software and managed services. GEP has succeeded by being smart and creative; solving complex problems and finding opportunities for the world’s largest organizations.

How You Grow At GEP

We recognize people who make a genuine difference, work hard and drive achievements. Results are noticed and rewarded. It’s how you will grow a career at GEP, and in a much shorter time frame than at other firms.

Celebrating Everyone

GEP succeeds through the ideas and creativity of our team members so we embrace people of all experiences, nationalities, abilities, cultures, races, gender identities, sexual orientations and ages. What makes you unique and different is celebrated and will help GEP stand out even more. And we are a women-founded and -owned company so our foundation is making GEP a great place to work for women, a place where women can learn, advance and give back.

Are You One of Us

As a Director of Consulting within the Life Sciences & Pharma vertical, you’ll lead client partnerships that drive strategic procurement transformation, supply chain resilience, and operational excellence. You’ll be responsible for steering high-impact engagements, building trusted executive relationships, and developing teams that consistently deliver exceptional results.

This role is ideal for a consulting leader who combines deep industry knowledge with strategic agility — someone who can translate complex business challenges into actionable, measurable solutions that help clients advance innovation, compliance, and patient impact.

What You’ll Do

• Shape Strategy: Contribute to the development and execution of GEP’s consulting strategy for Life Sciences, aligning with global business objectives and emerging industry trends.
• Lead Engagements: Manage multiple client programs across pharma, biotech, and medical device segments, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality, value-driven results.
• Own Client Relationships: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring high client satisfaction.
• Drive Value: Design and implement sourcing and procurement transformation strategies that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and optimize spend.
• Develop Teams: Lead, coach, and inspire consulting teams to excel, ensuring professional growth and a strong understanding of client culture and objectives.
• Expand Business: Identify new opportunities for growth and support business development initiatives to deepen and expand client partnerships.
• Deliver Insights: Leverage data and analytics to build robust, fact-based recommendations and deliver impactful executive presentations.
• Enable Transformation: Oversee RFQs, supplier management, category strategies, and transformation programs to support clients’ strategic goals — from digital enablement to sustainable sourcing.

Salary Range

$190,000 – $210,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional Compensation

Eligible for a performance-based bonus tied to individual and company performance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k) plan with a 3% company match, paid time off, company holidays, and professional development opportunities.

What You Should Bring

• Experience: 12+ years of management consulting experience, or a combination of consulting and procurement/supply chain roles within the Life Sciences industry (pharma, biotech, or medical devices).
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional, global teams and manage large-scale transformation programs.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of Life Sciences value chains, regulatory environments, supplier ecosystems, and commercialization processes.
• Client Focus: Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to engage, influence, and drive impact at the executive level.
• Analytical Strength: Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering data-driven recommendations.
• Communication: Excellent presentation and storytelling abilities, with comfort presenting to C-suite stakeholders.
• Growth Mindset: Demonstrated business development potential and passion for building long-term partnerships.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Life Sciences preferred.
• Preferred Skills: Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (TQM, Six Sigma, APEX).
• Preferred Skills: Fluency in multiple languages is a plus.
• Travel: Willingness and ability to travel up to 80%.