Procurement Manager, Direct Materials
Core
Lead procurement strategy, sourcing, and supplier relationship management for GMP direct materials to support clinical programs and supply assurance.
Role type
Senior Procurement Manager (Direct Materials)
Builds
Clinical supply chain for gene therapy and biopharmaceutical products
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO)
Required skills
Category strategy, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, supply chain risk mitigation, inventory management, stakeholder collaboration
Preferred skills
Biopharmaceuticals/pharma/medical device industry experience, discovery research exposure, global operations experience, matrix management
Technologies
GMP materials, supply chain systems
Responsibilities
Minimize supplier shortages through proactive issue resolution and inventory strategy; negotiate supply agreements to improve commercial conditions; ensure supplier adherence to terms and resolve challenges; integrate with Global Procurement Organization (GPO) for category management; develop value opportunities (savings, cash flow, growth) for the site.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
