Heather Heilman
Research & Development, Procurement Manager GlaxoSmithKline
Heather Heilman oversees more than $50 million in R&D-related spend, leading the creation, execution, and management of comprehensive regional and local sourcing strategies in alignment with GSK’s global procurement goals. Working closely with global category leaders, she ensures strategic alignment across functions while driving process optimization initiatives that simplify collaboration with stakeholders and vendors. With deep market insight and a strong focus on compliance, Heather helps R&D teams navigate the procurement organization, unlocking the full value proposition of strategic sourcing to enable scientific and operational excellence.
Seminars
- Establishing clear approval frameworks and audit-ready PO controls to ensure compliance across global R&D operations
- Utilizing real-time spend analytics to improve forecasting, budget tracking, and supplier accountability
- Connecting procurement, finance, and R&D functions to streamline PO execution and enhance end-to-end visibility