Description

• Manage and enhance strategic sourcing initiatives for comparator drugs
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies that ensure the reliable and cost-effective supply of comparator products for clinical studies.
• Negotiate pricing, support and develop supply agreements, and commercial terms with pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, and specialty suppliers.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to support global clinical trial requirements.
• Deliver value through cost savings, risk mitigation, and supply chain optimization.
• Support customer bids, RFIs, RFQs, and feasibility assessments through sourcing expertise and market intelligence.
• Monitor market trends, product availability, and supply risks, proactively identifying alternative sourcing strategies when required.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to manage shortages, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure continuity of supply.
• Support our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
• Ensure a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective procurement of comparator drugs,

Requirements

• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of procurement/sourcing experience in mid-to-large multinational companies, with strong category management expertise.
• Preferred Fields of Study: Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPM, MCIPS) are desirable.
• Proven success executing strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing comparator drugs, ancillary supplies, or other clinical trial materials preferred.
• Experience working in regulated industries such as life sciences, clinical research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or medical devices preferred.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical supply chains, global sourcing markets, and supplier networks is highly desirable.
• Experience working with pharmaceutical manufacturers, wholesalers, and specialty suppliers preferred.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, spend analytics, and procurement tools.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to build consensus and collaborate across global matrix organizations.
• Demonstrated success in achieving cost savings and process improvements.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Ability to travel 5-25% or as required depending on skillset
• Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial.
• Comprehensive understanding of procurement best practices, processes, and methodologies.
• Experience with continuous improvement/lean methodologies.
• Demonstrated negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.