About this role
We are seeking a collaborative leader with operations experience to join the SRM Team as Associate Director, Supplier Relationship Management. This role is pivotal in supporting the continued development of the Operations Supplier Relationship Management model and business processes across the operations supply network. The successful candidate will lead key supplier engagements, drive supplier performance, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to support our vision to deliver a sustainable and resilient supply network.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related area is required, 12+ years of progressive experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry, with 7+ years in operations/external operations, supplier management, or contract manufacturing leadership roles.
- Proven track record of operations leadership in external operations, including oversight of CMOs, vendors, and global supply networks.
- Deep understanding of GMP manufacturing processes, regulations, quality systems, and compliance frameworks across global markets.
- Demonstrated ability to lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives involving Technical Operations, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams.
- Experience in contract negotiation and lifecycle management, including high-value, complex agreements with external partners.
- Strong background in operations management, including supply continuity planning, risk mitigation, and performance optimization.
- Skilled in supplier governance, including KPI development, scorecard management, and business review facilitation.
- Proven ability to influence and collaborate across matrixed organizations, driving alignment and accountability across internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and technical writing skills.
- Demonstrated success in project and change management, including technology transfer and external network transformation.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and make autonomous decisions in high-stakes, complex scenarios.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (10–20%) to support network oversight.
- Hybrid role based in Dublin, Ireland, with flexibility to support global operations.