VP, Head of Procurement
Role Summary
The Vice President, Procurement designs, builds, and leads Dyne’s end-to-end sourcing and procurement function to maximize value from external spend. This role establishes enterprise-wide source-to-pay strategies, policies, and systems, while ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities. The Vice President drives strategic supplier partnerships, oversees complex negotiations, and develops scalable processes to support Dyne’s growth. Additionally, this role provides leadership visibility through reporting, insights, and cross-functional collaboration to enable informed decision-making and sustained organizational impact.
About the role
This role is based in Waltham, MA.
Primary Responsibilities
Procurement Strategy & Operations
- Establish and execute a long-term vision and roadmap for Procurement aligned to Dyne’s strategic objectives
- Design and implement scalable, end-to-end source-to-pay processes, policies, and governance frameworks
- Develop and implement a fit-for-purpose operating model, including organizational design and staffing strategy
- Partner with IT to select, implement, and optimize procurement systems integrated with enterprise platforms
- Lead procurement compliance activities, including audit readiness and documentation standards
Strategic Sourcing & Cross-Functional Partnership
- Lead complex, high-value sourcing initiatives, including RFP development, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contracting support
- Closely partner with Finance, Legal, and functional leaders to ensure alignment with financial, legal, and regulatory requirements
- Provide strategic guidance, methodology, and governance for enterprise-wide purchasing activities
- Build strong cross-functional relationships to drive adoption, sponsorship, and adherence to procurement practices
- Deliver regular reporting and insights on savings, pipeline, risks, and performance against key objectives
Supplier Relationship Management
- Establish and standardize supplier selection, onboarding, and performance management processes
- Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships, including leading periodic business reviews
- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners to resolve issues and maintain alignment
Corporate Social Responsibility & Compliance
- Establish and advance procurement-related CSR initiatives, including sustainability, supplier diversity, and ethical sourcing
- Ensure procurement practices align with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
- Support external reporting requirements and ESG-related disclosures as applicable
Education and Skills Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 20+ years purchasing/procurement experience, with at least 8 in the biotech/pharma industry
- Experience with ERP / MRP / Procurement systems, processes and tools is a must
- Previous experience of working in a global business with matrix management
- Self-starter and highly organized
- Excellent planning, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Experienced and comfortable leading complex initiatives of high dollar value from inception through to implementation
- Able to develop accurate and timely reports, presentations and metrics
- Effective and proven negotiating skills
- Demonstrated leadership in a high-growth or transformational environment
- Ability to communicate through the organization across all levels
Pay Range
The MA Pay Range is $272,000—$340,000 USD. The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual compensation depends on factors such as education, experience, job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills.