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Welcome to our exclusive video featuring Mary Kachinsky, Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing at Cubist Pharmaceuticals, located in Lexington, Massachusetts, United States. In this insightful session, Mary shares the story of Cubist Pharmaceuticals’ strategic sourcing transformation with Zycus, highlighting how our solutions have streamlined procurement processes, increased efficiency, and delivered measurable value for their Lexington-based operations.
Key Highlights from the Talk:
Journey to Strategic Sourcing Success:
Mary reflects on the journey of achieving strategic sourcing success at Cubist Pharmaceuticals. She explains how the company’s sourcing approach evolved in Lexington, moving toward more agile, data-driven practices that align with the fast-paced demands of the U.S. pharmaceutical sector.
The Zycus Impact:
Explore the significant impact Zycus has made on Cubist Pharmaceuticals’ procurement operations in Lexington, MA—from automating routine tasks to empowering teams with advanced analytics and smarter supplier negotiation tools.
Best Practices and Lessons Learned:
Drawing from her leadership role at Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Mary shares practical sourcing strategies and lessons applicable to life sciences and healthcare procurement teams operating in Massachusetts and across the Americas.
Looking Ahead:
Mary outlines her vision for the future of sourcing at Cubist Pharmaceuticals, emphasizing how technologies like AI and machine learning will continue shaping procurement excellence—especially in innovation-driven cities like Lexington.
