Senior Director, Quality at Gilead Sciences

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Pharmaceuticals, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Track record of excellent people leadership and influencing skills
Experience in developing and implementing strategic goals
Hands-on experience supporting multiple QA operating models across a global commercial network
Experience delivering successful governance and QA operating processes

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the GPD&A Leadership Team, responsible for implementation of cohesive and effective QA processes across the Gilead distribution network and developing medium- and long-term strategic plans for all regions
Coach and mentor direct reports to drive independence, development, and performance, and provide leadership to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment
Manage financial budget, resource, and workload balance with team to ensure local QA activities meet timelines and quality and compliance expectations, monitor and report key performance indicators, track key project timelines and milestones, and provide guidance on prioritization
Act as Senior QA advisor to in-country and cluster QA leads, interpreting local and regional regulatory requirements pertaining to the distribution of Gilead products
Act as senior liaison with Gilead’s distribution partners in US, Canada, and LATAM markets related to escalations, critical/major issues, and changes impacting Gilead’s business models
Interface with regulatory agencies as required, representing Gilead to authorities and regulatory inspectorate bodies
Provide leadership for local market activities across US, Canada, and LATAM regions supporting product recall and periodic product recall challenges to ensure continuous readiness for market actions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GMP ComplianceGDP ComplianceQA OperationsQA StrategyPeople LeadershipStrategic PlanningSupply Chain ManagementQuality AssuranceCompliance ManagementLeadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Director, Quality role?

The role is accountable for QA operations in US, Canada & LATAM markets to ensure GMP & GDP compliance, developing QA strategies to strengthen GDP compliance across these regions, and serving as a key member of the GPD&A Leadership Team to implement QA processes and strategic plans.

What leadership skills are required for this position?

The role requires a track record of excellent people leadership & influencing skills, experience in developing & implementing strategic goals, coaching and mentoring direct reports, and providing leadership for a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does Gilead's company culture emphasize for leaders?

Gilead emphasizes people leaders as the cornerstone of the employee experience, driving culture evolution, inclusion, development, and empowerment, while fostering collaboration, determination, and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Gilead Sciences

Develops and commercializes biopharmaceuticals

About Gilead Sciences

Gilead Sciences focuses on discovering, developing, and commercializing medicines for various medical conditions, including HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular issues. The company conducts extensive research and development to create new therapies, which are then marketed to healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies after receiving regulatory approval. Gilead differentiates itself from competitors through its strong commitment to R&D and strategic partnerships, such as with SAP Ariba, to enhance its operations and product offerings. The company's goal is to improve health equity and access to care globally, working with communities to ensure that its medicines reach those in need.

Foster City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1987Year Founded

$15,873.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid family time off and paid parental time off

Generous 401(k) contribution matching

Comprehensive medical plans that cover both physical and mental healthcare

Global Wellbeing Reimbursement

Time Off

Global Volunteer Day

Giving Together Program

Employee Support Programs

Flexible Work Options

Risks

Increased competition in HIV treatment from ViiV Healthcare's expanding drug portfolio.

Regulatory scrutiny over drug pricing could impact Gilead's U.S. market operations.

Patent expirations, like Truvada's, lead to increased generic competition and revenue loss.

Differentiation

Gilead's lenacapavir is recognized as the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year for HIV care.

Partnerships with LEO Pharma and Tubulis enhance Gilead's focus on inflammatory and cancer therapies.

Gilead's commitment to health equity initiatives like COMPASS and HepConnect sets it apart.

Upsides

Gilead's strategic partnerships expand its reach in inflammatory and oncology drug markets.

Investment in digital health technologies enhances Gilead's R&D and patient engagement.

Focus on sustainability improves Gilead's operational efficiency and corporate reputation.

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