Associate Director, Clinical Logistics and Materials Management

Position Overview

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Nektar has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Director, Logistics and Materials Management on the Clinical Supply team.

About Nektar

Nektar Therapeutics is a clinical‑stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative medicines that address unmet needs in oncology and immunology. We work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where scientific excellence and operational discipline drive meaningful impact for patients. We are looking for an experienced leader to join our team and help advance our programs through efficient, compliant, and future‑ready supply chain operations.

Position Summary

• The Associate Director, Logistics and Materials Management is responsible for leading end‑to‑end logistics and materials operations across Nektar’s research, clinical, and future commercial programs. This role oversees the inventory, movement, control, and compliance of clinical materials—including cell banks, drug substance (DS), drug product (DP), and samples—across a global, highly regulated supply network.
• You will develop integrated logistics and materials strategies, optimize transportation lanes, manage external partners (CMOs, depots, storage and manufacturing vendors), and serve as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Success in this role requires strong operational leadership, disciplined inventory control, effective cross‑functional collaboration, and rigorous adherence to GxP, GDP, and SOP standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Cross‑Functional \& Compliance Leadership
• Build and maintain strong cross‑functional partnerships across the organization.
• Author, review, and update SOPs and work instructions; ensure adoption through effective training.
• Drive continuous improvement across documentation and operational processes.
• Maintain full compliance with assigned training requirements.
• Resolve non‑routine issues and facilitate communication of changes, decisions, and CAPAs.
• Stay current on GxP and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support audits and inspections.
• Ensure all operations comply with GCP, GMP, GDP, and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Logistics Management

• Manage all in‑transit shipments (domestic and international), including booking, documentation, issue resolution, and monitoring delivery performance.
• Serve as the primary logistics contact for internal teams and external partners.
• Align with CMOs to ensure logistics readiness, service quality, and risk‑mitigation planning.
• Lead rapid resolution of shipment delays and temperature excursions with GMP Quality.
• Generate temperature‑excursion assessments and support Quality usage decisions.
• Coordinate global clinical shipments ensuring timely delivery, temperature control, and chain‑of‑custody integrity.
• Ensure all GDP/GMP, import/export, permitting, and recordkeeping requirements are met.
• Review import/export documents to ensure country‑specific compliance.
• Ensure adherence to global trade requirements.
• Partner with PDM on logistics planning for new products.
• Maintain knowledge of logistics and transportation best practices.

Materials Management

• Develop and implement strategies to optimize materials management processes and systems.
• Oversee inventory control to prevent waste.
• Partner cross‑functionally to ensure timely material availability.
• Monitor supplier performance and negotiate contracts to ensure quality, service, and value.
• Maintain efficient distribution channels for timely, cost‑effective delivery.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across materials operations.
• Analyze materials‑related metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Stay current on industry trends and implement innovative best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, life sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8\+ years of experience in logistics, materials management, or clinical supply chain within biotech or pharmaceuticals.
• Strong organizational and project‑management skills with experience managing complex global supply chains.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Proven ability to operate independently and lead cross‑functional initiatives in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.
• Deep understanding of GxP, GDP, import/export requirements, and clinical supply operations.

Additional Information

Nektar currently anticipates the base salary for the Associate Director, Clinical Logistics and Materials Management to range from $175,000 to $210,000 for candidates in the Bay Area and will depend, in part, on successful candidate's location and qualifications for the role, including education and experience. This position will also be eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan (depending, in part, on company and individual performance and at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.) The compensation described above is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described based on the market survey data.

Qualifying employees are eligible to participate in benefit programs such as:

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Disability Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Wellness Programs
• Parental Leave Benefits (in accordance with the terms of applicable plans)

For general information on company benefits, please go to https://www.nektar.com/careers.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Nektar Therapeutics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in the manner proscribed by the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Nektar Therapeutics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in the manner proscribed by the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.