Global Supply Chain Leader, Biotech & Clinical

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 272,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness stipend

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Equity grants

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. in Waltham, MA (onsite 3-4 days) or remote-based hub model seeks a VP of Global Supply Chain to lead end-to-end clinical and commercial supply chain, ensuring reliable supply of both IMP and commercial product and shaping the global strategy.

This senior leader will collaborate with CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and Commercial teams to meet GMP/GDP and regulatory standards, drive system implementations (ERP, IRT/RTSM), and optimize external partnerships.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in biopharmaceutical industry; clinical and commercial supply chain experience.
• Experience managing multiple complex global supply chain ops for development-stage and commercial products.
• Direct involvement in at least one US and/or international product launch.
• Proven people leadership at Director level or above.
• Working knowledge of GMP/GDP and serialization/track-and-trace requirements.
• Experience with S&OP processes and supply planning tools.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams with external CDMOs.

Responsibilities

• Lead global end-to-end clinical and commercial supply chain operations.
• Establish governance structures, KPIs, and partner management for external providers.
• Oversee global logistics, including cold chain, import/export, and international distribution.
• Ensure compliance with GMP/GDP and regulatory requirements (FDA/EMA/EU).
• Lead selection, implementation, and optimization of ERP and RTSM/IRT systems.
• Develop best-in-class sourcing, procurement, and cost-optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, Commercial and Corporate functions.
• Drive a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Build and mentor a high-performing global SCM organization.

Skills

Biopharma supply chain leadership

Global supply chain management

Program management

GMP/GDP knowledge

S&OP

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in pharmaceutical science, biology, life sciences, or related field

Advanced degree (MS, MBA, PharmD, or PhD) and/or APICS/ASCM certification preferred

Tools

ERP (SAP)

IRT/RTSM

Job description

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. in Waltham, MA (onsite 3-4 days) or remote-based hub model seeks a VP of Global Supply Chain to lead end-to-end clinical and commercial supply chain, ensuring reliable supply of both IMP and commercial product and shaping the global strategy.

This senior leader will collaborate with CMC, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and Commercial teams to meet GMP/GDP and regulatory standards, drive system implementations (ERP, IRT/RTSM), and optimize external partnerships.