VP, Head of Procurement

Dyne Therapeutics; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 272,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyne Therapeutics in the United States, based in Waltham, MA, seeks a Vice President of Procurement to design and lead a global source-to-pay function. You will drive strategies, build scalable processes, and partner with IT and cross‑functional teams to maximize value from external spend.

The role requires 20+ years in biotech/pharma procurement, strong leadership, and proven negotiation, reporting, and governance capabilities.

Qualifications

• 20+ years purchasing/procurement experience in biotech/pharma.
• Experience with ERP/MRP and procurement systems.
• Global business experience with matrix management.
• Self-starter and highly organized with strong planning.
• Excellent negotiation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead complex, high-dollar initiatives from inception to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement strategy & operations.
• Oversee strategic sourcing, RFPs, negotiations and contracting.
• Develop scalable source-to-pay processes and governance.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and functional leaders.
• Provide reporting on savings, pipeline, risks, and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic sourcing

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Company Overview

Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering functional improvement for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) as well as preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and communities. Learn more at https://www.dyne-tx.com/, and follow us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Role Summary

The Vice President, Procurement designs, builds, and leads Dyne’s end‑to‑end sourcing and procurement function to maximize value from external spend. This role establishes enterprise‑wide source‑to‑pay strategies, policies, and systems, while ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. The Vice President drives strategic supplier partnerships, oversees complex negotiations, and develops scalable processes to support Dyne’s growth. Additionally, this role provides leadership visibility through reporting, insights, and cross‑functional collaboration to enable informed decision‑making and sustained organizational impact. This role is based in Waltham, MA.

Primary Responsibilities Include

Procurement Strategy & Operations

• Establish and execute a long‑term vision and roadmap for Procurement aligned to Dyne’s strategic objectives
• Design and implement scalable, end‑to‑end source‑to‑pay processes, policies, and governance frameworks
• Develop and implement a fit‑for‑purpose operating model, including organizational design and staffing strategy
• Partner with IT to select, implement, and optimize procurement systems integrated with enterprise platforms
• Lead procurement compliance activities, including audit readiness and documentation standards

Strategic Sourcing & Cross‑Functional Partnership

• Lead complex, high‑value sourcing initiatives, including RFP development, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contracting support
• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, and functional leaders to ensure alignment with financial, legal, and regulatory requirements
• Provide strategic guidance, methodology, and governance for enterprise‑wide purchasing activities
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships to drive adoption, sponsorship, and adherence to procurement practices
• Deliver regular reporting and insights on savings, pipeline, risks, and performance against key objectives

Supplier Relationship Management

• Establish and standardize supplier selection, onboarding, and performance management processes
• Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, including leading periodic business reviews
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners to resolve issues and maintain alignment

Corporate Social Responsibility & Compliance

• Establish and advance procurement‑related CSR initiatives, including sustainability, supplier diversity, and ethical sourcing
• Ensure procurement practices align with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Support external reporting requirements and ESG‑related disclosures as applicable

Education And Skills Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 20+ years purchasing/procurement experience in the biotech/pharma industry
• Experience with ERP / MRP / procurement systems, processes and tools is a must
• Previous experience of working in a global business with matrix management
• Must be a self‑starter and highly organized
• Excellent planning, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Experienced and comfortable leading complex initiatives of high dollar value from inception through to implementation
• Ability to develop accurate and timely reports, presentations and metrics
• Effective and proven negotiating skills
• Demonstrated leadership in a high‑growth or transformational environment
• Ability to communicate through the organization across all levels

MA Pay Range

$272,000 - $340,000 USD

The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual compensation depends on factors such as education, experience, job‑related knowledge, and demonstrated skills. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.

Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.