Associate Director, Global Sourcing Lead

4 days ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Alnylam Full time
About the Role

This Associate Director position in the Global Strategic Sourcing function will oversee the management of the company's Travel, Meetings and Events programs globally. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing current programs, developing and implementing plans for improvement, and monitoring progress. This role will also involve responsibility for the Travel and Meetings and Events policies, which will require regular monitoring and updating. Effective communication of the programs and serving as the face of the travel office is a key aspect of this role. The Associate Director will work closely with key business partners, including Finance Operations (T&E, Corporate Card) and the meetings planning team in Commercial. This role will have primary responsibility for serving as the primary interface to manage our global travel agency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a world-class business travel and meeting and events program at Alnylam.
  • Serve as the face and subject matter expert of the program to the business, including key executive stakeholders.
  • Build business partner relationships and be the single point of contact for key stakeholders, including development of strong internal working relationships across all business units.
  • Develop and implement category strategies, including air transportation, hotel, car rental, and limousine programs, to result in increased traveler satisfaction, cost savings, improved security, reduced environmental impact, and the development of preferred suppliers.
  • Proactively identify, report, and mitigate risks and establish and execute plans for business continuity.
  • Take a leadership role in assessing travel processes, tools, and policies to strengthen the travel program and enhance the travel experience.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the travel industry and assess travel processes, tools, and policies that will strengthen the travel program.
  • Administer and monitor compliance of our global travel policy; periodically review and adjust as the business evolves and expands when necessary.
  • Manage and lead our current outsourced travel management company (TMC) as well as other preferred travel providers in the program.
  • Manage and update internal travel program web page listing preferred travel providers, appropriate links, travel news, etc.
  • Partner with the Global Meetings & Events team to ensure alignment of objectives between transient and group travel programs.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree, ideally in Business travel/hospitality management, business administration, procurement, or finance. Advanced Degree (MS/MBA) preferred.
  • 7+ years of direct experience in Sourcing and Procurement and/or Travel Management.
  • Global Travel Professional (GTP) certification desired.
  • In-depth knowledge of Sourcing/Procurement of the Travel Category ideally in the context of Biotechnology or Pharmaceuticals.
  • Corporate travel industry knowledge and experience using benchmark data to drive program improvements.
  • Experience in working in a highly entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment.
  • Highly skilled in technical Contract Negotiation, including the ability to collaborate directly with Legal and business stakeholders in the creation, editing and implementation of contracts.
  • Demonstrated Project Management experience.
  • Ability to develop and execute strategic plans relevant to the Travel category.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and influencing skills. Ability to interact with individuals at all levels internally and externally.


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Biogen Full time

    About This RoleBiogen is seeking a highly skilled Associate Director, Global Strategic Forecasting to join our team. As a key member of our Global Strategic Forecasting group, you will play a critical role in driving strategic decisions and planning for in-line and pipeline products across multiple therapeutic categories.You will lead global strategic...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Biogen Full time

    About This RoleBiogen is seeking a highly skilled Associate Director, Global Strategic Forecasting to join our team. As a key member of our Global Strategic Forecasting group, you will play a critical role in driving strategic decisions and planning for in-line and pipeline products across multiple therapeutic categories.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Biogen Full time

    Job Title: Associate Director, Global Strategic ForecastingAbout the Role:Biogen is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead our Global Strategic Forecasting team. As a key member of our Commercial organization, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic forecasting models to inform business decisions and drive growth.Key...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States AAPC Full time

    About the RoleThe Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a dynamic, strategic role within Global Medical Affairs that collaborates with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas / assets on a Global level. This role is responsible for the strategic co-development and execution of medical communication plans encompassing...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time

    About the RoleThe Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a dynamic and strategic role within Global Medical Affairs that collaborates with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas/assets on a global level. As a key member of the Global Medical Communications team, you will be responsible for the strategic co-development...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States AAPC Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Associate Director, Global Medical Communications to join our team in Gastroenterology. As a key member of our Global Medical Affairs team, you will play a critical role in developing and executing medical communication strategies to support our products in this therapeutic area.As a seasoned medical...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time

    About the Role:Takeda is a patient-focused company that is transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Global Regulatory Lead, GI and Inflammation to join our team.The successful candidate will be responsible for...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States AAPC Full time

    About the Role:The Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a dynamic and strategic role within Global Medical Affairs that collaborates with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas/assets on a global level.Responsible for the strategic co-development and execution of medical communication plans encompassing tactics such as...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time

    Global Regulatory Affairs Director, GI and InflammationTakeda is a patient-focused company that develops novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best-in-class patient support programs. We are seeking a highly skilled Global Regulatory Affairs Director to join our team in Boston, MA.About the Role:The Global Regulatory Affairs Director, GI and Inflammation will...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Pharmaceuticals Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead our Global Medical Communications team in developing and executing a comprehensive congress strategy for Takeda's Global Medical Affairs organization.The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a roadmap and process for Medical Congress presence and engagement,...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead our Global Medical Communications team in the development and execution of our scientific and medical congress strategy. As a key member of our Global Medical Affairs team, you will be responsible for creating a roadmap and process for Medical Congress presence and engagement,...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States AAPC Full time

    About the RoleThe Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a key position within Global Medical Affairs that collaborates with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas/assets on a global level.This role is responsible for the strategic co-development and execution of medical communication plans, encompassing tactics such as...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States AAPC Full time

    About the RoleThe Associate Director, Global Medical Communications, is a key position within our Global Medical Affairs team. This role will collaborate with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas/assets on a global level.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute medical communication plans, including core content, scientific...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time

    About the RoleThe Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a key position within our Global Medical Affairs team, responsible for overseeing the strategic development and execution of medical communication plans across various disease areas and assets. This role requires a strong understanding of medical communication approaches and best...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time

    About the Role:The Associate Director, Global Medical Communications is a dynamic, strategic role within Global Medical Affairs that collaborates with cross-functional partners to oversee one or more disease areas/assets on a Global level. Responsible for the strategic co-development and execution of medical communication plans encompassing tactics such...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Merus Full time

    Associate Director eTMF Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead our electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) team at Merus. As a key member of our Clinical Operations department, you will be responsible for overseeing the management of all eTMF activities, ensuring that the Trial Master File is inspection-ready at all times.Key...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States AAPC Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director, Global Medical Communications to join our team. As a key member of our Global Medical Affairs department, you will play a critical role in developing and executing medical communication strategies that drive business growth and improve patient outcomes.Key...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States PSG Global Solutions Careers Full time

    Associate Director Regulatory Affairs CMC Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Associate Director Regulatory Affairs CMC to join our team at PSG Global Solutions Careers. As a key member of our regulatory affairs team, you will be responsible for developing and executing global regulatory CMC strategies for assigned programs.Key Responsibilities:Lead...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Associate Director, Global Medical Communications, Gastroenterology to join our team at Takeda. As a key member of our Global Medical Affairs team, you will play a critical role in developing and executing medical communication strategies for our gastroenterology portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...


  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Pharmaceuticals Full time

    Job Title: Associate Director, Global Medical Communications, Mature BrandsWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director to lead our Global Medical Communications team for Mature Brands. As a key member of our Global Medical Affairs team, you will be responsible for developing and executing medical communication strategies that drive...