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Associate Director, Customer Experience and Sales Force Effectiveness

1110 Kite Pharma, Inc.AnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$165K - 214K a year

Support enterprise system deployment and enhance sales force reporting and KPIs to improve performance. | Extensive experience in customer experience, sales analytics, and global healthcare environment knowledge, with proficiency in relevant software and languages. | We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Kite, a Gilead Company, is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies. The company focuses on chimeric antigen receptor and T cell receptor engineered cell therapies. Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning. The Associate Director, Customer Experience and Sales Force Effectiveness, will be responsible for supporting the design, readiness, and deployment of enterprise systems (particularly Kite Konnect) in support of launch activities for markets in the International Region (30-40% of responsibility). The individual will also partner with regional and local commercial operations and sales directors to enhance, develop, and implement sales force reporting, KPIs, and analysis to boost performance and make informed engagement decisions (60-70% of responsibility). The role is based on site in Santa Monica - CA and will report to Kite’s International Region Commercial Ops and I&A Lead. Customer Experience responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Acts as the primary regional operations lead for Kite Konnect, working in close partnership with global product and technical teams to ensure fit and adoption across International markets. Represents International region on key global programs and launch projects. Facilitate alignment with local affiliate cross-functional teams, global product management CMEs, and key vendor partners to adapt the product to regional-specific workflows, regulations, and healthcare providers acting as the voice of the customer Owns end-user enablement, training, system data quality and defining measurable KPIs towards increasing external engagement and accelerate innovation Sales Force Effectiveness responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Support the development of business frameworks and related analytical processes based on the needs of the sales, marketing, and commercial operations organization. Partners with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize sales force and marketing performance and determine business requirements to optimize sales force effectiveness Define, implement, and monitor productivity indicators (KPIs) used to measure performance and efficiency Additional Required Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Tableau or other data visualization software, SQL, AI Integration, and understanding of statistical analysis such as regression modeling Background and/or solid appreciation for working in sales analytics (SFE and account) and Salesforce/Veeva platforms and data sets Experience working with global partners and customers across different time zones and cultures, developing and integrating insights and platforms to international customers Basic Qualifications: High School Degree and Fourteen Years’ Experience OR Associate’s degree and Twelve Years Experience OR Bachelor's Degree and Ten Years’ Experience OR Masters' Degree and Eight Years’ Experience OR PhD and Two Years’ Experience Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of relevant experience in Customer Experience areas of the Pharmaceutical Industry Demonstrated record of identifying issues, seeking solutions, and working both independently and collaboratively Demonstrable command of written and spoken Japanese and English and proficiency at communicating verbally and in written form Deep knowledge and understanding of Japan, the Japanese healthcare environment, and Japanese HCP customer requirements Knowledge and understanding of other international markets in Latin America, Middle East and Asia, their healthcare environment, and HCP customer requirements Efficient, organized, and able to handle short timelines in a fast-paced environment Enterprise software implementation or technical consulting experience Familiarity with Agile methodology Salesforce platform certifications highly considered Knowledge of the healthcare environment in other countries, particularly other east Asian countries Proficiency in languages in addition to English People Leader Accountabilities •Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams. •Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations, and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop, and realize their purpose. •Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem. The salary range for this position is: $165,495.00 - $214,170.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

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Senior Project Management Associate

1110 Kite Pharma, Inc.AnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$124K - 160K a year

Lead and manage cross-functional projects at the manufacturing site, including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication. | Minimum 5+ years of project management experience, strong leadership, communication skills, and proficiency with project management tools; PMP certification preferred. | We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description At Gilead/ Kite our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the role of Sr Project Management Associate to work in the exciting area of cancer immunotherapy to support the development, direction, and execution of site projects. In this role you will report to the Senior Manager, Project Management, at our commercial manufacturing facility located in Frederick, MD. As a Senior Project Management Associate, at Gilead/Kite you will ... Key Responsibilities: Lead cross-functional projects at the Frederick, Maryland manufacturing facility Lead project teams to create and maintain project charters, develop detailed project plans, including timelines, deliverables, resources, and project costs Lead project teams to establish project scope through clear problem statement development, goals and measurements of results Lead project teams to develop appropriate project team structure, communication and change management plans Guide the project teams through the development of extensive project business cases and savings tracking Manage project budgets by development, tracking, and reporting of all project related costs including labor resources. Align closely with Finance and budget stakeholders. Coordinate and lead project team meetings, including minutes, actions, and escalations Engage stakeholders to align project priorities, coordinate interdependencies, and identify and navigate project risks Develop and utilize visual resources to monitor and track all aspects of project progress including task completion, milestone tracking, budget, escalations, and resource utilization Ensure projects achieve planned milestones through rigorous schedule management Manages changes to project scope, project timeline and project budget including routine monitoring of project risks, escalating early when there is significant increase in likelihood of risks negatively impacting project results. Ensure project statuses are regularly reported to site/global portfolios and other functions and forums as established Provide organized and concise project status updates to stakeholders and forums where required Assist in development of standard project management tools and provide guidance to tool users Guide cross-functional investigations and facilitate root cause analysis Assist site teams as a workshop and meeting facilitation subject matter expert Invest in developing relationships with stakeholders and team members to create an environment of trust and collaboration Foster productive communication and alignment among the site functions and with global functions Guide and supports improvement initiatives as needed Serve as a mentor to junior and/or aspiring project managers Basic Qualifications: 5+ Years with BS/BA OR 3+ Years with MS/MA Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated achievement of establishing and developing effective technical projects with cross-functional and global teams Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral), including presenting to senior stakeholders Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and resolving conflicts related to meeting numerous deadlines Ability to exercise independent judgment within generally defined practices and policies that lead to processes for achieving results Ability to problem solve and delegate appropriate tasks to collaborators and follow-up as needed to meet deadlines Ability to take initiative and think critically with demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to foster collaboration among cross-functional teams and demonstrate strong listening skills Experience in root cause analysis tools and their application Experience (even if periphery) with operational excellence. Can include participation or leading of a yellow belt project. Experience developing complex schedules utilizing sub-schedule integration structure with performing critical path analysis Project budgeting experience Expertise skill level in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, Project, SmartSheet PMP trained/certified People Leader Accountabilities: •Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams. •Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose. •Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem. The salary range for this position is: $123,930.00 - $160,380.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

Project Management
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Posted 18 days ago
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Associate Director, Marketing- Omnichannel

1110 Kite Pharma, Inc.AnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$178K - 230K a year

Develop and execute omnichannel marketing strategies to support the US Cell Therapy Portfolio, oversee campaign management, analyze performance, and ensure a seamless customer experience. | Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field, with at least 7 years of marketing experience focused on omnichannel strategies, proven campaign success, and strong leadership skills. | We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Director of Omnichannel Marketing to join our team to support US Cell Therapy Portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing, with a focus on creating and executing omnichannel strategies that drive customer engagement and business growth. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Development: Collaborate with US Marketing team leadership and Director of Omnichannel Marketing to develop and implement comprehensive omnichannel marketing strategies that align with business objectives. Campaign Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and optimization of marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, social media, email, and traditional media. Communication: Articulates a compelling brand story and communicates clearly with different stakeholders including executive marketing and sales leadership. Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing campaigns, using data-driven insights to make informed decisions and optimize future efforts. Customer Experience: Ensure a seamless and consistent customer experience across all touchpoints, leveraging customer insights to enhance engagement and satisfaction. Budget Management: Manage the marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize ROI. Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including external partners and vendors, to support marketing initiatives. Innovation: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating innovative approaches into the marketing strategy. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of experience in marketing, with a focus on omnichannel strategies. Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing campaigns. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The salary range for this position is: $177,905.00 - $230,230.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

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Posted 27 days ago
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Assoc Director, Global Insights & Analytics

1110 Kite Pharma, Inc.AnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$178K - 230K a year

Lead global market research and forecasting to support commercialization and lifecycle management of CAR-T therapies, collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing vendors. | Senior-level experience in forecasting and market research, preferably in biotech/pharma with oncology knowledge, strong cross-functional collaboration, and leadership skills. | We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description We have an exciting opportunity at Kite for Associate Director, Global Insights & Analytics. This position will be on the Pipeline & Portfolio team and will support Kite’s commercialization efforts for CAR-T, inform the lifecycle management process, and collaborate with key stakeholders to guide product and disease area strategy. In this role, you will participate actively in commercial efforts by providing an objective and detailed understanding of current and future markets, product performance, customers, and competitors. You will also be responsible for generating foundational market understanding within the CAR-T area through the execution of market research and forecasting activities. Key Responsibilities Forecasting Independently design & build forecast models for new markets / assets Leverage primary and secondary research insights and cross-functional partners’ inputs to design and build, maintain patient-based (epi) forecasting models Produce analogues, formulate assumptions, and define opportunities and risks associated with the forecast Conduct forecast scenario analysis to inform and support decisions by cross-functional partners (e.g., BD, Commercial leadership, Marketing, R&D, Finance) Provide guidance and input for short-term demand planning Synthesize market dynamics to identify potential drivers impacting performance Able to assume full responsibility for accuracy and reliability of analyses Market Research Independently lead projects, coordinating input from the cross-functional team to scope, design and manage the execution of qualitative and quantitative market research studies with physicians, patients, and payers globally (both US and EX-US) Integrate results of market research, latest competitive intelligence, as well as secondary analytics into actionable insights Manage vendors to determine appropriate research methodology, ensure project alignment to business objectives and guide execution and reporting General Effectively partner with and communicate to key stakeholder groups to support strategic and tactical decision making (e.g., opportunity assessments, brand planning) with insightful analysis that accurately and objectively reflects the current market dynamics, product performance, customers, and competitors to maximize the potential of cell therapy Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; OR Masters' degree and 8+ years of relevant experience; OR PhD and 5+ years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications Experience in forecasting and market research within the biotech / pharmaceutical industry Understanding of the hematology / oncology clinical landscape and the business of cell therapy Experience in Multiple Myeloma Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally Ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities and significant time pressures Strategic agility to adapt expertise in forecasting and primary market research to a biopharmaceutical field where standard frameworks do not exist Demonstrated ability to extract business insights and provide strategic recommendations based on analysis findings Comfort presenting to senior leadership and defending forecast assumptions Experience working on a co-commercialized asset People Leader Accountabilities Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the way they manage their teams. Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and realize their purpose. Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem. The salary range for this position is: Other US Locations: $177,905.00 - $230,230.00. Bay Area: $195,670.00 - $253,220.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

Market Research
Consumer Insights
Forecasting
Leadership
New Product Development
Strategic Planning
Qualitative and Quantitative Research
Cross-functional Collaboration
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Posted 5 months ago
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Sr Analyst, Data Scientist - Biotech Manufacturing

1110 Kite Pharma, Inc.AnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$107K - 139K a year

Collect, measure, visualize, and interpret data across multiple functions to provide insights and support business decisions in biotech manufacturing quality. | Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years relevant experience, strong SQL and analytical skills, ability to work independently, and familiarity with data science/statistical methods. | We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Sr. Analyst, Data Scientist – Data Analysis Focus, Biotech Manufacturing Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every single day, we seek to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. Join us in our mission! Kite is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and resourceful Senior Analyst to support the Global Quality Organization operating out of our headquarters in Santa Monica, CA. Kite Quality is responsible for adhering to regulatory requirements while improving existing processes, reducing waste, and lowering costs to safely improve patient access to our life-saving therapies. In this role you will collect, measure, visualize and interpret data across multiple functions that include Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Process Development with the intent of turning data into information, information into insights and insights into informed business decisions. Responsibilities: Develop a comprehensive and deep understanding of data and foster learning using analytical tools and applications to broaden efficiency and data accessibility. Assess and analyze business requirements and recommend solutions. Exercise judgment required within confined guidelines. Partner with decision makers across functional domains to clearly define business & technical problems Provide technical solutions to moderately complex problems. Solutions are thorough, realistic, and consistent with organization objectives. Filter and “clean” data within Kite’s enterprise data analytics platform and identify potential enhancements to improve analytical capabilities Work directly with customers to probe and ask effective questions to fully understand both the problem and desired solution Cross-train with other focus areas to expand data science knowledge Interpret data, analyze results and craft engaging narratives around insights derived through the data Use advanced SQL to develop queries for data stored across multiple tables and databases Develop regular dashboards in data visualization tools such as Tableau and Spotfire to provide to business stakeholders a means to measure and better manage their respective areas Effectively work with partitioned data for historical descriptive analytics and data analysis Uses data patterns & trends to identify root cause of operational gaps and inefficiencies and to collaborate with other functional domains to develop solutions Provide technical solutions to moderately complex problems. Solutions are thorough, realistic, and consistent with organization objectives. Contributes to the completion of specific programs, projects or responsible individual business targets. Organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple work activities to meet project deadlines. Identify and documents business processes. Support the regulated function of the department, understand and perform validation efforts in accordance with established procedure. Basic Qualifications: Master’s Degree and 2+ years relevant experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years relevant experience OR High School Diploma and 11+ years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: BS/MS in Computer Science, Statistics/Biostatistics, or Mathematics preferred Experience in machine learning applications a plus Advanced use of SQL to develop ad hoc queries for data stored across multiple tables and databases Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy Complete understanding and application of statistical methods, principles, theories, machine learning concepts and modern techniques for building data science applications to derive insights from data. Initiative to develop understanding of gene & cell therapy, its associated manufacturing process coupled with expanding technical knowledge of tools supporting data analytics Experience working within an AWS environment preferred Ability to work under general direction, independently determine and develop approach to solutions. The salary range for this position is: $107,185.00 - $138,710.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

SQL
Data Analysis
Data Visualization (Tableau, Spotfire)
Statistical Methods
Business Intelligence
Project Management
Technical Troubleshooting
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Sr Manager, Operational Excellence- Manufacturing Process Improvement

1110 Kite Pharma, Inc.AnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$154K - 199K a year

Lead and implement operational excellence initiatives using Lean Six Sigma tools to improve manufacturing efficiency and culture at a biotech viral vector manufacturing site. | Senior-level experience in operational excellence with Lean Six Sigma certification, strong manufacturing process knowledge, and leadership skills in a GMP regulated biotech or pharmaceutical environment. | We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal - curing cancer. Every single day, we seek to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. Would you like to join us in this mission? Seeking a motivated leader with an Operational Excellence (OE) mindset to drive OE initiatives at our cancer immunotherapy viral vector manufacturing site in Oceanside, CA (MVP01). This role is part of the company-wide OE Network and will lead the development and implementation of OE programs across Technical Operations locally and throughout the network. The OE Senior Manager plays a critical role in driving meaningful change by working directly with stakeholders, employees, and processes to embed a culture of excellence through hands on engagement and continuous improvement. The Senior Manager demonstrates experience in applying continuous improvement techniques and producing results for functions, while assessing current business performance against Kite Pharma’s business plan for a specific site and/or function. The Senior Manager partners with cross-functional teams to analyze findings, recommend improvements, and lead strategic continuous improvement initiatives. This role also trains staff and leaders to foster a culture of continuous improvement and reports to the Associate Director of Business Strategy & Operations. Please note: This an onsite role Responsibilities of the Senior Manager of Operational Excellence include: Lead the development and execution of OE strategies to meet site goals, track progress, and escalate risks or barriers to success. Lead and coach teams in Lean methodologies including PDCA, DMAIC, root cause analysis, FMEA, Kaizen, and mistake-proofing. Develop strategic and tactical plans, KPIs, and dashboards to measure and advance MVP01’s OE program. Build and maintain a pipeline of improvement initiatives through strong cross-functional partnerships across Manufacturing, F&E, Quality, Supply Chain, and MSAT. Translate operational requirements into actionable improvement plans, ensuring alignment with site and network goals. Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities by evaluating processes for waste, cost savings, benefit realization, complexity, and inefficiency. Ensure continuous improvement initiatives and site processes apply appropriate Lean/Six Sigma tools, track benefits, and celebrate success to reinforce a culture of excellence. Facilitate Lean leadership behaviors and daily management routines, including visual management and tiered accountability structures. Own and continuously improve the site’s Tiered Meeting Structure, ensuring effective use of SQDEP metrics to drive performance, escalate issues, and foster accountability. Assess when changes are needed to enhance clarity, flow, and impact of tier meetings. Go to the work (Gemba) to observe, engage, and assess operational challenges firsthand, applying Lean principles to identify opportunities for efficiency, flow, and problem-solving. Guide teams in implementing practical solutions that align with OE best practices such as 5S/6S, visual management, and standard work. Conduct Lean Maturity assessments and develop roadmaps for measurable improvement. Serve as a change agent by mentoring leaders and teams, fostering servant leadership, representing the site within the network, and driving adoption of OE principles. Build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization by demonstrating emotional intelligence, active listening, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment by managing multiple priorities, navigating ambiguity, and driving results under pressure. Ensure sustainability of OE initiatives by embedding problem-solving capabilities and Lean thinking into daily operations and team behaviors. Promote knowledge sharing and adoption of best practices across the site and broader manufacturing network. Basic Qualifications: Doctorate OR Master’s degree with 0+ years of Operational Excellence and/or Strategy and/or Operations experience OR Master’s degree with 6+ years of Operational Excellence and/or Strategy and/or Operations experience OR Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of Operational Excellence and/or Strategy and/or Operations experience OR Associate degree with 10+ years of Operational Excellence and/or Strategy and/or Operations experience OR High School Diploma / GED with 12+ years of Operational Excellence and/or Strategy and/or Operations experience Preferred Qualifications: 6+ years of Operational Excellence process improvement experience in a GMP regulated biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, ideally involving viral vector production or cell therapy operations. Proven track record of leading Operational Excellence initiatives in a complex manufacturing setting, with measurable impact on throughput, yield, and compliance. Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory requirements. Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt or Kaizen Leader) with demonstrated application of tools such as DMAIC, PDCA, FMEA, and root cause analysis in a manufacturing context. Experience implementing and sustaining Lean Daily Management systems, including tiered accountability, visual management, and standard work in a production environment. Strong facilitation and coaching skills with the ability to train manufacturing teams and leaders in OE methodologies and drive cultural transformation. Ability to navigate between strategic planning and hands-on problem solving. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional improvement projects involving Manufacturing, F&E, Quality, Supply Chain, and Technical Operations. Proficiency in data analysis and performance tracking using tools such as Excel, Power BI, Smartsheet, and other digital OE platforms. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. Proactive and self-directed leader who consistently seeks out improvement opportunities and takes initiative without waiting for direction to implement impactful solutions. The salary range for this position is: $153,935.00 - $199,210.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma. For jobs in the United States: Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact ApplicantAccommodations@gilead.com for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'Know Your Rights' poster. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. Change The World With Us Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal – curing cancer. Every day, we aim to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. We are creating Kite together, with the recognition that the best teams are built by the best people. We maintain an attitude of curiosity, and creativity with each challenge as we develop a new market for cancer therapies. We appreciate and respect one another, and most importantly, we don’t take success for granted. While we’ve come a long way to make what others viewed as impossible, possible, we know one thing is certain. Today is just the beginning.

Operational Excellence
Lean methodologies
Continuous Improvement
Lean Six Sigma
DMAIC
PDCA
Root Cause Analysis
FMEA
Kaizen
Manufacturing Processes
Quality Systems
Regulatory Compliance
Data Analysis
Performance Tracking
Stakeholder Engagement
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