CEO at RX-360 INTERNATIONAL PHARMACEUTICAL – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
About This Position
Rx-360 Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Status: Full-time
Schedule: Hybrid, in office 3 days a week
Organization: Rx-360
Number of Employees: 24
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Mission of Rx-360
Our mission is to protect patient safety by sharing information and developing processes related to the integrity of the healthcare supply chain and the quality of its materials. With a focus on building strong partnerships between pharmaceutical manufacturers and suppliers, Rx-360’s goal is to ensure the integrity of supply chains through member led working groups and audit program.
We are a community of life-science and medical device thought leaders committed to driving positive change within the industry.
About Rx-360
Rx-360 is a global consortium dedicated to strengthening the integrity of the pharmaceutical and biotech supply chain. Through collaborative initiatives, shared best practices, and rigorous audit programs, the organization works to ensure that patients worldwide receive safe, high-quality medicines. As a member-driven nonprofit, Rx-360 partners with industry leaders, manufacturers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to advance trust, reliability, and transparency in supply chain operations.
Rx-360 is entering a period of strategic growth, expanding its global footprint, modernizing its audit programs, increasing membership engagement, and providing thought leadership in supply chain quality and security. The CEO will guide this next chapter with vision, operational excellence, and strong partnerships.
Position Summary
Rx-360 is conducting a search for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who serves as the executive leader responsible for driving the strategic direction, operational performance, financial sustainability, and global impact of Rx-360. The CEO serves as the primary ambassador for the organization, fostering relationships with member companies, regulatory partners, suppliers, and industry stakeholders. This role provides visionary leadership while ensuring organizational execution.
Strategic Leadership & Vision- Lead the development and execution of Rx-360’s multi-year strategic plan to advance supply chain integrity and expand global influence.
- Identify growth opportunities, emerging risks, and innovation pathways within the pharmaceutical and biotech supply chain landscape.
- Actively seek and create opportunities to represent Rx-360 as a thought leader, partner, and advocate at global industry forums, conferences, and regulatory discussions.
- Ability to serve as a respected voice within the global supply chain, pharma, life sciences, and quality ecosystem.
- Oversee all Rx-360 programs, including the Joint Audit Program, working groups, member engagement initiatives, and strategic partnerships.
- Foster a high-performing, mission-driven culture that embraces collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure strong governance structures, policies, compliance frameworks, and operational effectiveness across the organization.
- Lead and develop a small but agile team, ensuring alignment with organizational values and strategic priorities.
- Maintain the financial health and sustainability of the organization through rigorous budget oversight, forecasting, and reporting.
- Partner with the Board Treasurer to ensure transparent, accurate financial practices and long-term fiscal planning.
- Drive revenue growth through membership expansion, strategic partnerships, program enhancements, and diversified revenue streams.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with the Board of Directors, ensuring effective communication, strategic alignment, and informed decision-making.
- Strengthen member engagement by understanding member needs, increasing member value, and cultivating a highly collaborative consortium environment.
- Engage with regulatory agencies (e.g., FDA, EMA), suppliers, manufacturers, and industry associations to maintain Rx-360’s credibility and influence.
- Serve as the public face of Rx-360, communicating the mission, impact, and technical value of the consortium.
- Promote Rx-360’s mission and thought leadership across global pharmaceutical quality, security, and supply chain communities.
- Guide the organization’s marketing, communications, and brand strategy to elevate visibility and impact.
Requirements
- 10+ years of executive or senior leadership experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, supply chain integrity, or related sectors.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally to represent Rx-360 at conferences and events hosted by regulatory bodies and industry partners.
- Deep understanding of global pharmaceutical supply chain, quality, GxP requirements, and regulatory environments.
- Proven success leading organizational strategy, growth initiatives, and operational performance.
- Strong financial acumen, including developing budgets, forecasting, and overseeing revenue-generating programs.
- Demonstrated ability to build executive-level partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience collaborating with or reporting to a Board of Directors.
- Exceptional communication, diplomacy, and public speaking skills.
Preferred
- Prior experience in a member-driven organization, association management, nonprofit leadership, or consortium leadership.
- Understanding of audit program operations, quality management systems, or supplier assurance programs.
- Global experience or exposure to international markets and regulatory counterparts.
- Advanced degree in Business, Life Sciences, Public Health, or related field.
- Presence & Communication: Clear, persuasive communicator who can represent Rx-360 at the highest levels.
- Vision & Innovation: Able to identify emerging risks and opportunities and guide the organization toward long-term relevance.
- Relationship Builder: Highly skilled in building trust among members, regulators, suppliers, staff, and industry partners.
- Decision-Making & Judgment: Uses data, context, and sound reasoning to make timely, strategic decisions.
- Ethics & Integrity: Upholds the highest commitment to patient safety, compliance, and consortium values.
- Operational Discipline: Brings structure, accountability, and clarity to organizational execution.
Compensation
A competitive executive compensation package, commensurate with experience, will be offered, including base salary, performance incentives, and benefits.