Sophia Sharp Donaldson,Cscp
About Sophia Sharp Donaldson,Cscp
Sophia Sharp Donaldson is an Executive Director of Supply Chain at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in global strategic sourcing and procurement operations within the life sciences sector. She has held various leadership roles in notable companies, demonstrating a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes through her work.
Work at Kite Pharma
Sophia Sharp Donaldson serves as the Executive Director of Supply Chain, focusing on Global Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Operations at Kite Pharma. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's supply chain strategies and operations in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Her role involves overseeing sourcing and procurement processes that support Kite Pharma's mission in the life sciences sector.
Current Role at Atara Biotherapeutics
In addition to her position at Kite Pharma, Sophia Sharp Donaldson is currently the Interim Senior Director of Global Sourcing and Procurement at Atara Biotherapeutics, a role she has maintained since 2019. Her responsibilities include leading procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives, which are essential for the company's growth and operational efficiency in the biotherapeutics field.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Sophia Sharp Donaldson has extensive experience in supply chain management across several prominent companies. She previously worked at Baxalta as the Global Head of Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she held the position of Senior Director of Global Supply Chain at Baxter International Inc. from 2009 to 2014, where she managed various aspects of supply chain operations.
Education and Expertise
Sophia Sharp Donaldson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern Indiana and a Bachelor of Science from Indiana University Bloomington. She furthered her education with a Master of Science from Stevens Institute of Technology, which she completed between 2000 and 2002. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing supply chains for both large and small molecule and cell modalities.
Leadership and Impact in Life Sciences
Sophia Sharp Donaldson has a proven track record of leading transformational changes within life sciences companies, focusing on both clinical and commercial sectors. Her leadership style is characterized by strong critical thinking skills and business acumen. She is driven by a personal commitment to making a difference in patients' lives, which influences her approach to supply chain management and operational strategies.