Director, Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Transformation

AstraZeneca; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Health benefits: medical, dental, and

Job summary

AstraZeneca, via Alexion, seeks a Director of Commercial & Medical Sourcing to lead a high-performing team in Boston, MA. You will partner with senior leadership to maximize supplier value while advancing enterprise strategies across Commercial & Medical sectors.

The role blends strategic sourcing with hands-on negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and process optimization, delivering measurable outcomes and long-term value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher required; CPSM or equivalent pursued or completed.
• Proven negotiation track record and stakeholder management.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute clear category management and procurement strategies for Commercial & Medical.
• Lead sourcing events, negotiate contracts and terms, and manage supplier performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Commercial, Medical, Finance, IT, Compliance and HR.
• Coach team members while staying connected to day-to-day sourcing activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enterprise value.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication

Influence others

Organization & facilitation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor Degree

Advanced Degree

CPSM or equivalent

Job description

AstraZeneca, via Alexion, seeks a Director of Commercial & Medical Sourcing to lead a high-performing team in Boston, MA. You will partner with senior leadership to maximize supplier value while advancing enterprise strategies across Commercial & Medical sectors.

The role blends strategic sourcing with hands-on negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and process optimization, delivering measurable outcomes and long-term value.