R & D Strategic Sourcing Manager

Location: Waltham, MA (Remote with preference for local candidates to come on site occasionally)
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotech
Employment Type: Full-Time

Are you ready to lead strategic sourcing initiatives that shape the future of pharmaceutical R&D? We're looking for a Procurement Manager who thrives in a global, fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving value through innovation and collaboration.

• Lead Global Sourcing Strategies: Own the creation, execution, and management of comprehensive procurement plans for R&D categories.
• Partner with Stakeholders: Build strong relationships across the organization to understand needs, educate teams on sourcing best practices, and deliver measurable results.
• Drive Strategic Initiatives: Develop category strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while optimizing performance.
• Deliver Impact: Achieve savings, improve cash flow, and champion supplier diversity through data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with Legal, Finance, and cross-functional teams to align procurement systems and processes with corporate objectives.
  
  

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or Business.
• Experience: 5-8 years in procurement/sourcing, ideally within pharmaceutical R&D.
• Skills:
  • Proven RFx experience in a global, cross-functional environment.
  • Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.
  • Expertise in strategic sourcing best practices and ERP systems (Oracle/SAP).
• Bonus Points: CPM certification or involvement in professional purchasing organizations.
  
  

• Influence global R&D strategies and make a tangible impact.
• Work in a collaborative, matrixed environment with opportunities for growth.
• Be part of a team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development.
  

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.

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