Seagen

Senior Director VSM Full Service CRO & FSP

Development - Bothell, United States

Seagen is a global, multi-product biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing transformative cancer medicines. As the industry leader in antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology, we pioneered a new generation in the science of harnessing antibodies to deliver cell-killing agents directly to cancer cells. Seagen’s dedication to improving the lives of cancer patients goes beyond science, and we believe that every employee has a role in contributing to this mission. By working together with a shared dedication and diverse perspectives, we are able to reach our full potential and make a real difference in the world. Seagen is a fast-growing company and has an abundance of opportunities available for you to grow your career. Put your passion to work at Seagen and join us!

Summary

The Sr, Director, VSM – Full & Functional Service CRO, reporting to the E.D., Vendor Strategy Management will lead and oversee the activities pertaining to the maturation of the Full & Functional Service CRO categories across the development organization, This role requires broad knowledge of the full service and functional service activities, and vendors; organization, processes and procedures, and communication and structure, strategic thinking around key operational issues, while enabling effective planning and execution of the vendor strategy. The Sr. Director, VSM – Full and Functional Service CRO is both strategic and facilitative, in the enablement of the VSM organization directly aiding the E.D. Vendor Strategy Management in fulfilling departmental objectives and will ensure the initiatives are prioritized appropriately and prepare leadership for upcoming decisions.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Develop, plan, and maintain organizational management cadence for business operation of Full & Functional Service CRO category and ongoing leadership
• Direct the identification in collaboration with the VSM Category Directors prioritization and advancement of process, vendor partnerships and governance; monitor progress and communicate updates to internal and external teams and stakeholders alike
• Collaborates across Seagen stakeholders and advisors to determine and prioritize business strategies and support key strategic programs and initiatives to ensure critical actions are being captured, tracked, and driven to closure
• Build and sustain effective communications and strategy. Provide executive presentations with global stakeholders, and cross functional teams
• Provide leadership to the VSM Full & Functional Service CRO category team with recommendations and consultation to determine key performance indicators and metrics for overall team performance
• Drive change management for new processes across the development stakeholder landscape
• Champion adherence to Seagen procurement policy and be an ambassador for domain needs with respect to applicable regulations and practices

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent project management skills – excelling in organization, discipline, and accountability
• Proven verbal communication (both oral and written), with the ability to summarize information succinctly and adapt information to different communication styles in a global organization
• At least 15 years of category area knowledge (Full and/or Functional Service CRO)/indirect and or outsourcing vendor management experience with increasing responsibility to the category level or above
• At least 7 years leading transformational projects with divisional impact
• At least 7 years in a management role with resource utilization, performance management. Issue management and resolution
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution in Life Sciences, Business Administration or Finance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters, PhD, PharmD, MBA in scientific or clinical field that is relevant to biotechnology, oncology and/or business administration
• 10-15 years of pharmaceutical and/or biopharma experience

As the leading employer in our industry in the Pacific Northwest, Seagen is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the whole lives of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and much more. To learn more about Seagen, please visit www.seagen.com.

Seagen is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, and as an integral part of its public health and safety measures, Seagen requires that all newly-hired employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before commencing employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and other requirements of applicable federal, state, and local law.

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Submitted: 08/05/2022