Associate Director, Sourcing & Supplier Relationship Management
Cytokinetics, Houston, TX, United States
Overview
Cytokinetics is a late-stage, specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As Associate Director, Sourcing & Supplier Relationship Management, you will play a critical role in ensuring the suppliers and partners we work with meet our high standards for quality, innovation, and patient impact. This role supports Global Supply Chain & Technical Operations and the Sourcing and Network Strategy pillar, including marketplace assessments of supplier capabilities from early development through post-approval commercialization, due diligence (RFIs and RFPs), contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier performance management. The role collaborates with CMC, External Manufacturing and Supply Operations, Enterprise Risk Management, Supply Planning and the Supply Chain Center of Excellence in Dublin, Ireland.
Responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations reflect the needs of Cytokinetics in this capacity, with emphasis on strategic thinking, relationship development and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Strategic Supplier Management Develop and execute sourcing and network strategies that align with Global Supply Chain & Technical Operations goals. Serve as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned CMOs, Labs and critical suppliers. Conduct marketplace assessments, supplier segmentation, and due diligence (RFIs/RFPs). Collaborate with Enterprise Risk Management to identify and mitigate supplier sourcing risks. Contracting & Negotiations Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and agreement development in partnership with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Quality. Support External Supply team with contract setup, budget planning, and tracking. Performance & Risk Management Monitor supplier performance using standard KPIs and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Support supplier audits and develop business continuity and risk management processes. Identify opportunities to improve supplier value, cost, quality, and service. Collaboration & Leadership Partner with CMC, Technical Operations, Supply Planning, and global teams in Dublin, Ireland. Represent Supply Chain Sourcing on cross-functional teams for complex projects. Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree a plus). 10+ years of experience in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain, preferably within Biotech/Pharma. Strong understanding of product development, GMP manufacturing, and related regulations (cGMP, GCP, CFRs, Part 11, FDA/EMA Guidelines). Proven expertise in manufacturing cost benchmarks and pricing strategies for small molecule manufacturing. Demonstrated success in supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing. Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills. ERP systems experience, preferably Oracle Ability to travel domestically and internationally (15–20%). Our Equal Opportunity Employer statement and related compliance information will be provided as required by law and company policy.
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Cytokinetics is a late-stage, specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As Associate Director, Sourcing & Supplier Relationship Management, you will play a critical role in ensuring the suppliers and partners we work with meet our high standards for quality, innovation, and patient impact. This role supports Global Supply Chain & Technical Operations and the Sourcing and Network Strategy pillar, including marketplace assessments of supplier capabilities from early development through post-approval commercialization, due diligence (RFIs and RFPs), contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier performance management. The role collaborates with CMC, External Manufacturing and Supply Operations, Enterprise Risk Management, Supply Planning and the Supply Chain Center of Excellence in Dublin, Ireland.
Responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations reflect the needs of Cytokinetics in this capacity, with emphasis on strategic thinking, relationship development and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Strategic Supplier Management Develop and execute sourcing and network strategies that align with Global Supply Chain & Technical Operations goals. Serve as the primary commercial point of contact for assigned CMOs, Labs and critical suppliers. Conduct marketplace assessments, supplier segmentation, and due diligence (RFIs/RFPs). Collaborate with Enterprise Risk Management to identify and mitigate supplier sourcing risks. Contracting & Negotiations Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and agreement development in partnership with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Quality. Support External Supply team with contract setup, budget planning, and tracking. Performance & Risk Management Monitor supplier performance using standard KPIs and ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. Support supplier audits and develop business continuity and risk management processes. Identify opportunities to improve supplier value, cost, quality, and service. Collaboration & Leadership Partner with CMC, Technical Operations, Supply Planning, and global teams in Dublin, Ireland. Represent Supply Chain Sourcing on cross-functional teams for complex projects. Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree a plus). 10+ years of experience in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain, preferably within Biotech/Pharma. Strong understanding of product development, GMP manufacturing, and related regulations (cGMP, GCP, CFRs, Part 11, FDA/EMA Guidelines). Proven expertise in manufacturing cost benchmarks and pricing strategies for small molecule manufacturing. Demonstrated success in supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing. Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills. ERP systems experience, preferably Oracle Ability to travel domestically and internationally (15–20%). Our Equal Opportunity Employer statement and related compliance information will be provided as required by law and company policy.
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