Procurement Manager AZ30790

Procurement Manager AZ307903 Month ContractNew Haven, CTOur client is excited to launch our expanded Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS) R&D team to support the client's Global Portfolio in new modalties of intervention and therapeutic areas and help deliver important medicines to our patients. The GSS R&D organization is on a transformative path to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the business.Through our "Growth Through Innovation (GTI)" program, you will help to drive the success of our R&D organization while ensuring we can meet our business goal of delivering important medicines to patients suffering from rare disease to 100 countries worldwide. In this role, you will beresponsible for developing and leading category strategies in support of Lab Consumables, Equipment & Services. You will be partnering and advising key stakeholders on supply market dynamics and leading practices which improve value, minimize risk, and ensure quality & cost effectiveness.Your primary focus will be helping to establish a best practices Category Management and Strategic Sourcing program for Lab Consumables, Equipment and Services actively supporting the development a global network of preferred and strategic suppliers. Strategic vision and tactical execution are key to success in this role.Essential Qualifications7+ years Bio-Pharma industry experience with extensive knowledge of strategic sourcing and category managementExceptional negotiation skills; you are a tenacious problem-solver with a focus on building mutually beneficial relationshipsExcellent communication and ability to influence othersPreferred Qualifications.Bachelor Degree ; Advanced Degree ; CPSM or equivalentSubject expertise in the Lab Consumables, Equipment & ServicesJob Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute clear category management, strategic sourcing, and procurement strategies for Lab Consumables, Equipment and ServicesCollaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective alignment that support business requirements while appropriately managing quality, speed, cost, risk and ease-of-use.Be knowledgeable in market trends, benchmarks, and best practices across categories under management. Use this knowledge to optimize results and drive a high standard of excellence.Lead sourcing events, initiate and negotiate contracts and agreements for commercial terms.Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify, manage, escalate, and resolve issues related to supplier performance.Develop and foster a supplier experience that nurtures the perception of the client as a "customer of choice."

Created: 2025-06-19