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# Associate Director, Packaging Operations at Summit Therapeutics

- **Company:** Summit Therapeutics
- **Location:** Princeton NJ, United States
- **Compensation:** $175k–$200k
- **Posted:** 2026-07-27
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/summittherapeutics/jobs/4331979009

## Job description

About Summit:

Summit Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical oncology company with a mission focused on improving quality of life, increasing potential duration of life, and resolving serious unmet medical needs. At Summit, we believe in building a team of world class professionals who are passionate about this mission, and it is our people who drive this mission to reality. Summit’s core values include integrity, passion for excellence, purposeful urgency, collaboration, and our commitment to people. Our employees are truly the heart and soul of our culture, and they are invaluable in shaping our journey toward excellence.

Summit’s team is inspired to touch and help change lives through Summit’s clinical studies in the field of oncology. Summit has multiple global Phase 3 clinical studies, including:

Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)

- HARMONi: Phase 3 clinical study which was intended to evaluate ivonescimab combined with chemotherapy compared to placebo plus chemotherapy in patients with EGFR-mutated, locally advanced or metastatic non-squamous NSCLC who were previously treated with a 3rd generation EGFR TKI.

- HARMONi-3: Phase 3 clinical study which is intended to evaluate ivonescimab combined with chemotherapy compared to pembrolizumab combined with chemotherapy in patients with first-line metastatic NSCLC.

- HARMONi-7: Phase 3 clinical study which is intended to evaluate ivonescimab monotherapy compared to pembrolizumab monotherapy in patients with first-line metastatic NSCLC.

Colorectal Cancer (CRC)

- HARMONi-GI3: Phase 3 clinical study intended to evaluate ivonescimab in combination with chemotherapy compared with bevacizumab plus chemotherapy.

Ivonescimab is an investigational therapy not presently approved by any regulatory authority other than China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). Summit is headquartered in Miami, Florida, and has additional offices in California, New Jersey, the UK, and Ireland.

Overview of Role:

The Associate Director of Packaging Operations will support development of the strategy and participate in the execution of Summit’s Packaging Operations for commercial product(s). This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient and compliant delivery of high-quality pharmaceuticals to customers worldwide. The successful candidate will oversee the Operational delivery of commercial products in US and global markets, lead the tactical aspects of Summit’s engagement with external packaging operations partners, including managing vendor operational relationships.

Role and Responsibilities:

- Manage post launch related activities for US and global markets including delivery of Summit’s packaging production plan.
- Act as the main point of contact for managing manufacturing operational interactions with all commercial packaging vendors.
- Collaborate with internal launch teams to ensure all post launch related operational goals are met.
- Oversee ongoing packaging operations with the commercial packaging vendors to ensure on time delivery of finished goods at commercial distribution facility.
- Ensure cycle time from delivery of DP to the Packaging Vendor through to release of the packaged finished product are measured and meet required timelines.
- Track vendor performance against established KPIs, identify performance trends, and collaborate with vendors on corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Support the implementation of the Technical Operations strategy to further manufacturing goals, including product availability, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with CMC, Commercial, Finance, QA and operational teams, ensuring high levels of compliance, performance, and alignment with business objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in the commercial packaging domain.
- Ensure the forecasted demand as presented by the Commercial SC team is aligned, managed and delivered, optimizing inventory levels and minimizing excess or shortages.
- Monitor packaging vendor execution against production schedules and communicate potential risks or delays to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Participate in business review meetings with commercial packaging vendors to review operational performance, key metrics, and improvement initiatives.
- Support supplier selection, onboarding, operational oversight, and performance management activities as needed.
- Identify opportunities to improve packaging operations, reduce cycle times, and enhance operational efficiency while maintaining product quality and compliance.
- Proactively identify and resolve issues within the packaging operations chain that could affect the delivery of commercial products.
- Lead efforts to streamline processes, reduce lead times, and improve cost-efficiency without compromising product quality.
- Ensure that all packaging operations activities comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices), GDP (Good Distribution Practices), and country-specific regulations.
- Stay current with industry trends and evolving regulatory standards to ensure compliance and alignment with best practices.
- All other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education and Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain management, Engineering, Operations, or a life sciences industry related field.
- MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience in global supply chain management and manufacturing operations in the pharmaceutical/ biotech area.
- Extensive experience in managing packaging operations, including expedited launches, demand forecasting, inventory management, manufacturing operations and distribution logistics.
- Proven experience working with third-party manufacturers (CMOs) and logistics providers, ensuring quality standards and on-time delivery.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance standards in the biotech industry (e.g., cGMP, GDP, and other global regulations).
- Experience in managing global teams and driving cross-functional collaboration.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Expertise in supply chain management software (ERP, SAP, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

This is the pay for this position

Pay Transparency $175,000—$200,000 USD

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable variable compensation.

Summit does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact Summit’s Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@smmttx.com to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to Summit.

Summit Therapeutics Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in creating and maintaining diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training or promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

## About Summit Therapeutics

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Summit Therapeutics Inc. is a biopharmaceutical oncology company focused on discovering, developing, and commercializing novel bispecific antibody therapies, with its lead candidate ivonescimab targeting PD-1 and VEGF for multiple solid tumors.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: SMMT)
- **Headquarters**: Miami, Florida, USA (with additional offices in Palo Alto, CA; Princeton, NJ; Oxford, UK; and Dublin, Ireland)
- **Founded**: 2003
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed on the company website; the company was founded in 2003.

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Biopharmaceuticals / Oncology
- **Target customers**: B2B (healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers) with a focus on resolving serious unmet medical needs in oncology
- **Mission statement**: "To resolve serious, unmet medical needs for the betterment of overall human health." [smmttx.com](https://smmttx.com/company/about-us/default.aspx)

## Products & Services
- **Ivonescimab (SMT112)**: A novel, potential first-in-class investigational bispecific antibody targeting both PD-1 and VEGF. It is designed to combine immunotherapy (PD-1 blockade) with anti-angiogenesis (VEGF blockade) into a single molecule. Currently being studied in several global Phase 3 clinical trials for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), colorectal cancer (CRC), and head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Licensed from Akeso, Inc. (HKEX: 9926.HK) for territories including the U.S., Canada, Europe, Japan, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. [smmttx.com](https://smmttx.com/pipeline/default.aspx)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately $2.7 billion (as of recent data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/summit-therapeutics)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of approximately $705,000 (reported). The company is pre-commercialization and heavily investing in R&D. Total funding raised since IPO (2015) is not disclosed, but the company has a strong cash position from equity offerings.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Akeso, Inc. (key licensing partner for ivonescimab). The company is publicly traded with institutional and retail investors.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Headcount grew 72.5% year-over-year to 244 employees. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/summit-therapeutics)
  - Multiple global Phase 3 trials actively recruiting (HARMONi, HARMONi-3, HARMONi-7, HARMONi-GI3, ILLUMINE).
  - Over 4,000 patients have been treated with ivonescimab across all clinical trials globally. [smmttx.com](https://smmttx.com/pipeline/default.aspx)
  - Achieved Great Place to Work® Certification. [smmttx.com](https://smmttx.com/careers/careers-overview/default.aspx)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Novel Mechanism**: Ivonescimab is a first-in-class bispecific antibody targeting both PD-1 and VEGF simultaneously, potentially offering superior efficacy and fewer side effects compared to combination therapies.
- **Speed and Execution**: The company emphasizes "high-speed execution in commercialization" and has rapidly initiated multiple Phase 3 trials.
- **Global Reach**: Licensed territories cover major markets (U.S., Canada, Europe, Japan, Latin America, Middle East, Africa) with a strong partner (Akeso) in the rest of the world.
- **Strong Balance Sheet**: With a $2.7B market cap and public listing, the company has access to capital markets to fund its pipeline.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Advancing ivonescimab through Phase 3 clinical trials across multiple solid tumor indications (NSCLC, CRC, HNSCC), with the goal of regulatory approval and commercialization.
- **Future direction**: Expanding the pipeline into additional solid tumors and leveraging the bispecific platform for future therapies. The company is focused on becoming a leading oncology player.
- **Near-term milestones**: Data readouts from ongoing Phase 3 trials, potential regulatory submissions, and building commercial infrastructure.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: The company has achieved Great Place to Work® Certification, indicating a positive, supportive, and fulfilling work environment. Core values include Commitment to People, Integrity, Passion for Excellence, Purposeful Urgency, Accountability, and Collaboration. [smmttx.com](https://smmttx.com/careers/careers-overview/default.aspx)
- **Work Environment**: Fast-paced, high-energy atmosphere focused on innovation and collaboration. The company emphasizes "making a significant difference in patients’ lives."
- **Benefits (U.S.)**: 
  - 401(k) with 6% employer match
  - Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with 15% discount up to the annual federal limit
  - Flexible Spending Account
  - Commuter Benefit
  - Onsite lunch provided
- **Benefits (U.K.)**: 
  - Private Medical Insurance
  - Employee Assistance Program
  - Life Assurance Policy
  - Company Pension Contributions
  - ESPP
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Not explicitly stated, but multiple office locations suggest a hybrid or on-site presence is expected for many roles.
- **Open Roles**: 25 active job postings (as of recent data) including Senior Director of Sales Operations, Clinical Scientists, Medical Science Liaisons, and Drug Product MSAT roles. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/summitherrapeutics)
- **Headcount Growth**: 72.5% year-over-year growth signals a scaling organization with opportunities for career advancement.

## Sources
1. [smmttx.com - About Us](https://smmttx.com/company/about-us/default.aspx)
2. [smmttx.com - Investor Relations Overview](https://www.smmttx.com/overview/default.aspx)
3. [smmttx.com - Pipeline](https://smmttx.com/pipeline/default.aspx)
4. [smmttx.com - Careers Overview](https://smmttx.com/careers/careers-overview/default.aspx)
5. [linkedin.com - Summit Therapeutics Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/summit-therapeutics)
6. [greenhouse.io - Summit Therapeutics Careers](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/summitherrapeutics)

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