Job Description
This is a remote position.
Details
Site Code:
US601
Requisition ID:
GILDJP00017055
Requisition Title:
Project Manager - III*
Description:
Remote Position
Max Bill Rate
The Global Data & Digital Innovation (GDDI) team is pivotal in advancing Kite’s technology transformation to deliver premier Healthcare Provider experiences through advanced digital experiences, data and analytics. We are seeking a Business Strategy & Operations (BS&O) Manager with demonstrated commercial life science and digital technology expertise – Advanced therapy experience (e.g. CGT) highly valued.
GDDI is delivering an ambitious portfolio of data and digital investments, and requires a disciplined and self-starting BS&O manager to drive strategic planning, portfolio governance, stakeholder communications and operational rigor - ensuring that priorities, investments, and execution remain tightly aligned to business outcomes and enterprise value.
Kite, A Gilead Company
At Kite, we are at the forefront of immunotherapy and engineered T cell therapy. We are helping change the paradigm of cancer treatment and are revolutionizing individually tailored treatments. That means a fast moving and constantly changing environment, where we make discoveries every day – discoveries that include our own capabilities and individual potential.
We’re seeking to recruit highly motivated talent to join our exciting mission, in the development of innovative cell therapies and their application to the treatment of patients with cancer.
The Team
This is a key role in Kite’s Global Digital, Data & Innovation team (GDDI) and reports to the Executive Director, Commercial.
The GDDI team are accountable for developing the vision, strategy, and roadmap for all digital technologies, data & analytics solutions used by Kite’s Commercial function, and the customers it serves. GDDI collaborate with teams across the enterprise (Commercial, TechOps, Clinical, IT, Legal / Compliance etc.) to deliver on these capability roadmaps, with initiatives ranging in scale from multi-year digital transformation to ongoing enhancement of Commercial technologies delivered via agile release.
Your Responsibilities
This role blends strategy, operations, governance, and execution leadership. Core responsibilities include:
Strategy & Planning
Support development and execution of GDDI strategic priorities, annual objectives, and multi
‑
year transformation roadmaps.
Translate executive strategy into clear operating plans, milestones, and outcomes.
Drive structured problem-solving and decision frameworks to inform leadership choices.
Portfolio & Investment Governance
Operate and evolve portfolio management and prioritization across GDDI initiatives Support business case development, ROI tracking, and capacity / funding trade-off decisions Enable transparent governance forums and executive readiness materials
Operating Model & Execution Excellence
Establish and run GDDI operating cadence (e.g. portfolio reviews, roadmap updates) Partner with Commercial, IT, and Vendor leads to track execution against commitments Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks - driving mitigation plans early.
Transformation Enablement
Support large-scale programs including:
Digital and data platform modernization
AI strategy, implementation and scale-out Global operating model evolution Launch and scale
‑
up readiness for new therapies and geographies Enable cross
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functional alignment across Commercial, Medica Affairs, TechOps, and IT
Change, Communications & Commercial Enablement
Drive change management and adoption strategies in partnership with program leads Develop clear executive communications, narratives, and performance readouts Strengthen documentation, knowledge management, and continuity practices
Performance Measurement & Value Realization
Define and track KPIs tied to business outcomes, adoption, and value delivery Elevate insights on portfolio health, performance trends, and realized benefits
Required Knowledge, Experience & Skills
Strategic & Operational Experience
5+ years of experience in strategy, operations, transformation, or
5+ consulting roles
Demonstrated success operating in complex, matrixed, global environments Experience supporting senior leadership and executive governance forums Industry & Domain Knowledge
Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or regulated industries strongly preferred Exposure to digital transformation, data & analytics, or enterprise platforms Understanding of compliance, risk management, and enterprise delivery models Analytical & Problem-Solving
Strong analytical mindset with ability to structure ambiguity and synthesize insights Expertise building operating models, prioritization frameworks, and performance metrics Communication & Influence
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to influence without authority and align diverse stakeholders Experience creating executive
‑
ready materials and narratives Ways of Working
Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strategic perspective Comfortable working in agile and hybrid delivery environments
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred Certifications in strategy, program management, agile, or change management all a plus
Our Core Values
Integrity: Doing what’s right.
Inclusion: Encouraging diversity.
Teamwork: Working together.
Excellence: Being your best.
Accountability: Taking personal responsibility.
Coordinator:
Requisition Start Date:
05/18/2026
Requisition End Date:
05/17/2027
Business Unit:
Gilead Sciences
Site:
US - CA - Foster City
Location:
US - CA - Foster City
Requirements
Requisition Number: GILDJP00017055
Title:
Business Strategy & Operations (BS&O) Manager
Pay Rate: $96.00
Location: Remote
We are seeking a
Business Strategy & Operations (BS&O) Manager
with demonstrated
commercial life science and digital technology expertise –
Advanced therapy experience (e.g. CGT) highly valued
.
Support large-scale programs including:
Digital and data platform modernization
AI strategy, implementation and scale-out
Global operating model evolution
Launch and scale‑up readiness for new therapies and geographies
Portfolio & Investment Governance
Operate and evolve
portfolio management and prioritization
across GDDI initiatives
Support
business case development, ROI tracking, and capacity / funding trade-off decisions
Operating Model & Execution Excellence
Establish and run
operating cadence
(examples:
portfolio reviews, roadmap updates
)
Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks - driving mitigation plans early.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree required
; MBA or advanced degree preferred