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POSITION TITLE: Associate Director, Supply Chain

Position Summary

The Associate Director, Supply Chain will spearhead the expansion and management of a robust centralized managed inventory program and on-campus Supply Center to drive significant value to Scripps Research Principal Investigators and their labs. This critical role will lead efforts to deliver significant improvements to cost of lab materials, services, and equipment as well as fulfillment times, collaborating closely with labs and other internal key stakeholders such as Research Operations, Finance, IT, and Compliance, as well as nurturing strategic relationships with external vendors and partners.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy to establish and oversee a centralized managed inventory program and on-campus Supply Center. Drive sustained savings and operational efficiencies for Principal Investigators.
• Collaborate cross functionally with other key internal stakeholders to define priorities and performance metrics to ensure strategic objectives are achieved.
• Build consensus and buy-in among faculty and researchers to ensure strong utilization and adoption of Supply Center services.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with vendors, suppliers, and partners to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service agreements.
• Identify opportunities for streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiencies, including technical and logistical infrastructure improvements and/or implementation of new tools and platforms, to enhance scalability, visibility, transparency, and automation of supply chain operations.
• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and geopolitical factors, identify potential risks and vulnerabilities, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure supply-chain continuity.
• Champion a culture of excellence and continuous learning and improvement within the supply chain team.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences supply chain management, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• 8 years of progressive life sciences supply chain / procurement or related operational experience. Expertise with logistics and supply chain management / best practices is required, preferably in a biotech or scientific research institute setting.
• Proficiency with modern ERP systems; experience with Workday and/or Jaggaer SciQuest a strong plus
• Proven experience with change management in complex organizational settings, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to understand complex business drivers, develop insights utilizing a data-driven approach, and communicate succinctly to a range of different audiences at all levels of the organization.
• Flexible and comfortable making decisions using available data points that can be limited and/or imperfect.
• Strategic mindset coupled with the desire to constantly improve the status quo.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with proven experience in cultivating cross-collaborative working relationships across an organization.
• This is an on-campus position requiring 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus.

Physical Requirements

May include: Stationary position for an extended period of time, traverse campus/facility as needed, operate machinery such as computer, phone, copy machine; exposure to cold or hot temperatures.

Compensation

The expected hiring range for this position is $130,000 to $150,000/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

Comprehensive Benefits Include

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan – Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.