Associate Director Kits and Logistics 4644

Company: GRAIL Inc
Location: Durham
Posted on: March 8, 2026

Job Description:

Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective technologies that can transform cancer care. We are a healthcare company, pioneering new technologies to advance early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges. GRAIL is headquartered in the bay area of California, with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies. For more information, please visit grail.com The Associate Director, Kit & Logistics role sits in the Supply Chain/Procurement team and provides strategic leadership and oversight of kit & logistics operations. This role provides team leadership to ensure operational excellence across end-to-end material flow for kits, and end-to-end GRAIL logistics. This role directs a team of individuals and partners with senior leadership to shape long-term supply chain strategies. This role is based at our Durham, North Carolina, office. It offers a flexible work arrangement, with the ability to work from GRAIL's office or from home. Our current flexible work arrangement policy requires that a minimum of 60%, or 24 hours, of your total work week be on-site. Your specific schedule, determined in collaboration with your manager, will align with team and business needs and could exceed the 60% requirement for the site. Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership for the kit & logistics team day-to-day activities and oversight into their delivery of project-based work. Note - the word “kit” refers to the Galleri carton/components inclusive of tubes. Lead and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement. Establish strategic goals, KPIs, and performance standards for kit & logistics; monitor results and drive corrective actions. Manages significant escalations; partnering with cross functional stakeholders in a timely manner. Is responsible for specific projects and long-term strategy, inclusive of proactively planning for GRAIL’s growth and scale. Expected to understand and analyze trends and historical and future data, identify risks, and drive decisions that support optimal kit and logistics decisions. Develop and manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts, performance reviews, and resolution of escalated issues. Comfortable working with supplier c-suite individuals. Collaborate with senior leaders across operations, finance, accounting, international development, warehouse, sales, and customer service to ensure alignment on business objectives. Drive large-scale process improvement, automation, and digital transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reliability of kit & logistics activities. Represent the kit & logistics function in executive meetings, supplier conversations, and external industry forums. These job duties are a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 12 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, kitting or related functions, including 5–8 years in a management or leadership role. Strong knowledge of global supply chain practices, ERP and supply chain systems, and advanced analytics tools. Proven track record in supplier negotiations, global logistics management, and inventory optimization. Experience leading large-scale process improvement or digital transformation initiatives preferred. Demonstrated level of knowledge regarding applicable regulatory standards commensurate with the position's complexity and scope, contributing to organizational regulatory compliance. Minimal applicable standards for this position include: GMP quality management systems (e.g. ISO 13485) Clinical laboratory regulations (e.g. CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH, ISO 15189) Operations within the regulated medical device environment (e.g. IVDD, IVDR, FDA 21 CFR 800 series, FDA 21 CFR Part 11) Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to build, develop, and inspire diverse teams. Strong strategic thinking and analytical abilities, with demonstrated success in aligning planning supply chain initiatives to business goals. Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation, and influencing skills at senior levels. Proven ability to manage complex supply chain operations in a global, fast-paced environment. Ability to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive continuous improvement Physical Demands and Work Environment Standard office environment with extensive use of ERP systems, analytics platforms, and collaboration tools. Frequent interaction with senior leaders, suppliers, internal stakeholders,logistics providers, and external stakeholders. RegularOccasional visits to warehouse(s) and s,operational floor (MSAT, ClinLab, EngOps) manufacturing sites, and distribution centers to oversee operations. Occasional Domestic travel may be required. The expected, full-time, annual base pay scale for this position is $146K - $183K for Research Triangle Park, NC. Actual base pay will consider skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for other forms of compensation, including an annual bonus and/or incentives, subject to the terms of the applicable plans and Company discretion. This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire; the actual compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as the candidate’s qualifications. Employees in this role are also eligible for GRAIL’s comprehensive and competitive benefits package, offered in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. This package currently includes flexible time-off or vacation; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; medical, dental, and vision coverage; and carefully selected mindfulness programs. GRAIL is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a workplace where every individual can thrive, contribute, and grow. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, , or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Additionally, GRAIL will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable law and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [email protected] if you require an accommodation to apply for an open position. GRAIL maintains a drug-free workplace. We welcome job-seekers from all backgrounds to join us!

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