Central Operations Head (COH)

Job description

Tango Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering novel drug targets and delivering the next generation of precision medicine for the treatment of cancer.

Using an approach that starts and ends with patients, Tango leverages the genetic principle of synthetic lethality to discover and develop therapies that take aim at critical targets in cancer.

This includes expanding the universe of precision oncology targets into novel areas such as tumor suppressor gene loss and their contribution to the ability of cancer cells to evade immune cell killing.

The Tango labs and offices are located at 201 Brookline Avenue, in the Fenway area of Boston, Massachusetts.

Summary

We are seeking a Central Operations Head (COH) to provide strategic leadership across clinical drug supply, Clinical Trial Agreement (CTA), and eTMF management to support global clinical development programs. This role partners cross-functionally with Clinical, Regulatory, Legal, Technical Operations, and Operational Excellence to ensure alignment on trial needs, risk management, and execution priorities.

You will oversee end-to-end delivery across trials, define outsourcing and vendor strategies, and ensure performance through KPIs, KRIs, and governance. This role is accountable for driving operational excellence, ensuring inspection readiness, and maintaining compliance with global regulations and internal standards.

As a leader, you will build and develop a high-performing team, establish scalable processes and best practices, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Your role

Provide strategic direction for clinical drug supply management, clinical trial agreement (CTA) management, and eTMF management activities to support clinical development objectives across all programs and trials

Collaborate with Trial Management, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development, Legal, and Technical Operations to align on trial needs and deliverables

Collaborate with Operational Excellence & Clinical Compliance and GMP compliance to align on risk assessment, metrics, KPIs, and KRIs for management of clinical drug supply, CTAs, and eTMF

Define and implement outsourcing strategies (incl. Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) and vendors) in partnership with VP of Global Clinical Operations and Head of Clinical Sourcing & Contracting

Define functional goals, performance metrics, and resourcing strategies. Drive innovation including adoption of risk-based approaches

Oversee end-to-end execution of drug supply-/ CTA-/ and eTMF management across clinical trials, ensuring timely, high-quality, and inspection-ready deliverables

Track CRO, CMO, and vendor performance using metrics, KPIs, and KRIs; lead SMO governance meetings to address escalated issues and drive continuous improvement

Establish and maintain best practices and standards throughout the trial lifecycle

Ensure adherence to global regulatory requirements, GCP and internal SOPs. Lead audit and inspection readiness for drug supply-/ CTA-/ and eTMF management and implement effective oversight models for internal teams and outsourced partners. Perform internal quality reviews and ensure inspection readiness of trial documentation

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability, while supporting career progression and succession planning across the function

Select, manage, and govern external vendors. Define expectations, monitor performance via KPIs, and drive accountability through governance forums to ensure quality, timelines, and cost-effectiveness

What You Bring

12+ years of trial management experience with 5+ years in leadership position

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy or related field (required). Advanced degree, e.g., MS, PharmD, PhD, MBA (preferred)

Significant experience working in global clinical development organization

Significant experience in outsourcing and oversight

Expert knowledge in ICH GCP and GMP

Expert knowledge in computer technologies to plan, forecast, and track documents/ material on all levels

Expert knowledge in risk assessment and management on program and trial-level

Familiarity with clinical trial systems (e.g., CTMS, eTMF, IRT) and operational metrics, KPIs, and KRIs

Familiarity with clinical supply planning, forecasting, and inventory tools

Independent judgment and objectivity

Strong analytical and influencing skills

Ability to drive accountability across functions

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Salary range: $187,200 - $280,800 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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