Exec Director, PDM Due Diligence Leader

* Be the accountable representative from PDM in due diligence assessments for potential acquisitions, mergers and strategic partnerships.* Partner closely with Corporate Development to define diligence scope, priorities, timelines, and decision criteria.* Identify the functional competencies required for each diligence and work closely with Product and Project Management to assemble high-performing diligence teams with the appropriate SMEs across technical development, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and supply chain.* Evaluate development, manufacturing, and supply capabilities for biologics (eg, Mabs, ADCs, and advanced therapeutics) and small molecules, including internal and external (CDMO) operating models.* Lead the review and synthesis of large, complex data room materials, identifying key strengths, gaps, dependencies, and execution risks.* Translate technical and operational findings into clear business implications, including cost, timelines, scalability, probability of success, and value proposition.* Identify and articulate technical, regulatory, quality, and supply risks, along with practical and value-preserving mitigation strategies.* Prepare and deliver concise, decision-ready diligence summaries for the various governance forums.* Maintain awareness of the external biopharma landscape, emerging companies, and cutting-edge development and manufacturing technologies.* Serve as a trusted advisor to senior PDM and Corporate Development leadership throughout the deal lifecycle.* Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, or MS) in a scientific or engineering discipline.* 15+ years of experience in biopharmaceutical development and/or manufacturing.* Strong expertise in biologics, including advanced therapeutics, and/or small molecule development and manufacturing.* Experience with due diligence, corporate development, or portfolio strategy.* Broad knowledge of the biopharma landscape, including small, mid-size, and large companies.* Strong business acumen with the ability to connect technical assessments to strategic and financial outcomes.* Exceptional communication skills and executive presence.* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders across Gilead #J-18808-Ljbffr