Within this role, you'll be responsible for leading, defining, and implementing the global Direct Materials Category strategy and regional business needs.
A typical day might include, but is not limited to, the following:
1. Working closely with stakeholders to lead discussions related to the Direct Materials Categories and aligning category priorities with Procurement management and stakeholders.
2. Leading negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder engagement activities for the Direct Materials Category as assigned.
3. Driving value independently through cost savings, cash flow improvements, and other efficiency gains from category management activities.
4. Representing Global Procurement in organizational decisions affecting the Direct Materials categories with critical short- and long-term impacts on the organization's success, efficiency, growth, and results.
5. Applying knowledge of efficient global procurement organizations and processes within the biopharmaceutical industry to support and improve the Global Procurement organization, aligned with corporate priorities.
6. Leading category activities to ensure compliance with GxPs and other applicable regulations.
7. Negotiating contract terms and conditions in consultation with the Law department, aligned with Regeneron’s priorities and business needs.
8. Managing a team of professional employees responsible for category management tasks.
9. Providing coaching and guidance on job performance and career development to direct reports, exemplifying leadership.
10. Using data to inform decision-making for successful category projects.
11. Coaching the procurement team on technical skills.
12. Supporting site-based Global Procurement staff across all categories as needed.
13. Liaising with site senior management and participating in leadership meetings as required.
This Role May Be For You If
1. You possess technical knowledge within the biotech or pharmaceutical sector, along with strong relationship-building and analytical skills.
2. You have successfully led cross-functional teams to achieve results in Direct Materials or related categories through sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and supplier management.
3. You can provide expert insights on rates, costs, and pricing structures to enable effective negotiations.
To qualify, you must hold a BA/BS degree in a relevant field with 17+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We offer an inclusive and diverse culture with comprehensive benefits, including health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off, depending on location.
Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We also provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities or chronic illnesses, unless it causes undue hardship.
For U.S.-based roles, salary ranges are provided in accordance with U.S. law. For roles in Japan and Canada, salaries are in accordance with local laws and currencies. Please discuss with your recruiter for other locations.
Background checks will be part of the recruitment process, conducted in accordance with local laws, to verify information such as identity, work rights, and qualifications.
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