Associate Director, Global Supplier & Metrics; Remote

Overview

Otsuka is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and experienced individual to serve as the Associate Director of Global Supplier Performance & Metrics. The role is responsible for leading execution of supplier quality management strategies that ensures the quality, compliance, performance, and reliability of external suppliers supporting Otsuka's global development and commercial operations. This role serves a key quality role assisting with supplier management activities (qualification, audits, risk management, and compliance oversight) and overseeing supplier performance oversight activities (KPIs, supplier scorecards, governance, relationship management, and executive reporting).

This role goes beyond traditional compliance oversight to bridge the gap between technical quality assurance, data-driven performance management, and strategic relationship building.

The position partners closely with Global Quality, Technical Operations, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and external suppliers to establish and maintain a robust supplier quality framework aligned with global GMP, GDP, and applicable regulatory requirements. This leader is responsible for managing critical supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives, developing supplier quality metrics, and providing management-level insights regarding supplier quality performance, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities