Ryan Phillips
About Ryan Phillips
Ryan Phillips serves as the Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing at Precision BioSciences, Inc., where he has held various roles since 2018. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and has worked in multiple organizations, contributing to drug launches and international logistics.
Current Role at Precision BioSciences
Ryan Phillips serves as the Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing at Precision BioSciences, Inc. since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing strategic sourcing initiatives and managing supplier relationships. His expertise includes negotiating contracts and managing partnerships for various aspects of the supply chain, including outsourced manufacturing and clinical research.
Previous Experience at Precision BioSciences
Ryan Phillips has held multiple positions at Precision BioSciences, Inc. He worked as a Procurement Lead for 10 months from 2018 to 2019, followed by a role as Strategic Sourcing Manager from 2020 to 2022 for two years. Most recently, he served as Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager for one year before transitioning to his current role. His tenure at the company has provided him with extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supply chain management.
Educational Background
Ryan Phillips studied at North Carolina State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management and Finance. He also completed minors in Environmental Science and Accounting. His education laid the foundation for his career in supply chain and strategic sourcing.
Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Ryan Phillips has significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked at Novartis and Seqirus in various supply chain roles. His responsibilities included supply chain planning, logistics, and managing contract partnerships for clinical and commercial scale manufacturing. He contributed to a commercial drug launch in both the US and EU, showcasing his expertise in the field.
Skills and Expertise
Ryan Phillips possesses a diverse skill set that includes negotiating and managing contract partnerships, FDA inspection remediation, and supplier audits. He has experience working with various therapeutic modalities, including allogeneic CAR T and mRNA. His background also includes contributing to pandemic readiness and influenza supply planning, highlighting his capability in critical supply chain operations.