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.

This role is based in Waltham, MA.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

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
• Partner closely 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
• At least 20+ years purchasing/procurement experience 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
• Must be a 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
• Ability 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

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MA Pay Range

$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.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.