Steven Wann
About Steven Wann
Steven Wann serves as the Sr Director of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in procurement, having held various roles at companies such as Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Novartis, and Shire, and holds multiple degrees in biological sciences and business administration.
Work at KalVista Pharmaceuticals
Steven Wann serves as the Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. since 2024. His role focuses on enhancing procurement strategies to drive efficiency and effectiveness within the organization. He is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he aims to implement innovative approaches to procurement that challenge traditional methods.
Previous Experience at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
Prior to his current position, Steven worked at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals as the Director of Procurement from 2020 to 2024. During his tenure in the Greater Boston Area, he was responsible for overseeing procurement operations and implementing strategies that aligned with the company's goals.
Career at Novartis
Steven held the position of Associate Director of ESO Procurement at Novartis from 2018 to 2020 in Princeton, New Jersey. In this role, he contributed to the procurement processes and strategies that supported the company's operational needs.
Educational Background and Expertise
Steven Wann holds a Bachelor's Degree in Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology from Southern Illinois University, completed from 2006 to 2008. He also earned a Master's of Science in Biology with a focus on Molecular Neurobiology from the same institution, from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, he obtained an MBA in Business Administration from Webster University in 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in procurement and strategic sourcing.
Vision and Approach to Procurement
Steven aims to transform service-oriented procurement groups into high-performing functions that drive business impact. He focuses on bridging the gap between proficiency and impact by mastering presence, influence, and persuasion. His approach emphasizes teaching teams to create value through process excellence.