Category Manager

Position: Senior Category Manager (Early Research & Development, Sourcing)

Location: San Rafael, California (Hybrid - Candidate commits to be onsite in San Rafael, CA every week - Tuesdays and Wednesdays)

Job Type: Direct Hire / Permanent

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Ideal Candidate:

The person is from biotech/pharma procuring for Research needs in: early discovery, translational biology and bioanalytical sciences. Hiring Manager is open to review folks in the clinical space esp if early clincial phase 1 having worked with clinical pharmacology. Please refrain from sending profiles with the majority of experience in technical operations/manufacturing s/he will decline.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Scientific degree and MBA / post-graduate qualifications in a related field would be an advantage.
• Area of Specialization: Sourcing & Procurement, research and development/ scientific sourcing experience. Extensive experience in procurement and R&D management in a global capacity, preferably within the pharmaceutical sector.
• 8 years of experience in Procurement/ Sourcing/ Supply Chain.
• Knowledge of Procurement tools such as sourcing, request for proposal management, quotation analysis, contract negotiation, supplier review, supplier development and others; specific expertise with Ariba and SAP preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in managing in scope categories, particularly category strategy development and implementation, stakeholder management and supplier relationship management
• In-depth understanding of external environment and supplier relationship models
• Strong knowledge of finance (cost benchmark, financial audit with key suppliers) and legal matters (contracting)
• Clear understanding of business value, business priorities, and potential implementation risks
• Significant experience working in a matrix (global/ regional) business environment
• Strong networking skills and a proven ability to build productive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders and business partners
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communications, and influencing skills
• Ability to work in high pressure environment, often under tight deadlines

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated experience with sourcing and procurement in the pharmaceutical industry, including the regulations associated with the pharmaceutical industry.
• Specific knowledge and expertise in sourcing pre-clinical services and research services; solid understanding of the drug development process and early research requirements for pre-IND candidates
• Experience and knowledge related to drug life cycle, supporting the business in critical downstream elements that should be considered during external R&D for clinical or GMP use
• Strong people management and team leadership experience.
• Experience in supplier management and complex contract negotiations
• Results-driven mindset and capabilities Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills with comfort working cross-functionally to gather information and resolve conflicts - Motivated, high-energy, curious, self-starter and strong business mindset
• Experience with procurement technology, preference for Ariba/ SAP