At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie

About the Role:

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• Identifies, evaluates, and negotiates with suppliers that offer a competitive advantage to the organization

• Manages the organization's RFP process and evaluates potential suppliers to ensure that cost, quality, inventory levels, and supply chain operations meet organizational needs

• Tracks supplier performance and compliance with expectations or contractual terms

• Identifies duplicated purchases across the organization and leverages bulk purchasing power to negotiate price discounts

• Ensures that all purchasing activities comply with applicable regulations and guidelines

• May work in a specialized purchasing area, such as commodities or raw materials

• Other duties as assigned

• BA degree in Business, Procurement/ Supply Chain or related field or equivalent work experience and 6 years of relevant experience in procurement, experience in a life science, Biotechnology, or Pharmaceutical environment required. Experience working with ERP system required OR

• Master's degree and 4 years of relevant experience in procurement, experience in a life science, Biotechnology, or Pharmaceutical environment required. Experience working with ERP system required

• ISM, APICS/ASCM, Lean Six Sigma, Leadership certification(s) a plus

• Oral and written communication skills

• Detail oriented

• Planning skills

• Organizational skills

• Ability to build collaborative relationships

• Power BI, Visio & Projects skills preferred

• Customer-focused with proven negotiation, analytical problem solving and training skills

• Ability to negotiate contracts and purchase agreements for services, commodities and capital equipment

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and maintain good working relationships with internal and external partners

• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems required, ReQlogic and Great Plains a plus

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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