Director, Procurement – Biologics Category

• Lead end-to-end Biologics raw material procurement strategy and execution for New Product Pipeline and Launch & Grow products
• Lead execution of the IMSC Procurement strategy using market intelligence and category expertise
• Identify high-value opportunities, drive value creation, and strengthen procurement capabilities
• Advise and support category sourcing strategies and deliver a prioritized sourcing roadmap
• Lead supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, continuous improvement, and value
• Advise supplier selection, due diligence, onboarding, performance management, and contract lifecycle activities
• Shape the future supply chain for upcoming network nodes
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts
• Represent Procurement in cross-functional forums and translate business demand into sourcing plans, priorities, timelines, and risk assessments
• Partner across Supply Chain functions and R&D to enable product launches and operational readiness
• Sponsor sustainable Procurement and supplier diversity initiatives
• Drive commercial value through cost-effective sourcing, cost avoidance, cash-flow improvement, and negotiation optimization
• Ensure accurate Procurement forecasting, budgeting, and financial-cycle alignment
• Identify risks and advise on continuity plans; coordinate mitigation actions
• Ensure sourcing activities meet regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements
• Leverage Procurement systems, analytics, and reporting to drive decision-making and continuous improvement
• Promote digital tools and identify automation opportunities
• Translate category needs into supplier innovation projects and advise commercialization initiatives
• Direct team activities and foster an inclusive, high-performing team environment

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s/University or equivalent degree is required
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
• Demonstrated Procurement / Category Management experience
• Proven success in development of sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation
• Proven knowledge and proficiency in procurement analytics tools, such as e-sourcing or contracting tools
• Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills
• Ability to translate business needs into strategic priorities for senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and external partners
• Ability to build trusted, collaborative partnerships and lead through consultation and mentoring
• Creative and adaptable in identifying solutions, managing complexity, and responding to changing business needs
• Commitment to ethical business practices, confidentiality, and procurement governance requirements
• Ability to anticipate customer needs, identify opportunities, and drive innovation and continuous improvement
• English proficiency with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Up to 20% domestic and international travel may be required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Procurement Strategy, Supplier Management, and Contract Negotiation, with a strong focus on driving value creation and continuous improvement. Proficient in leveraging Procurement Analytics Tools and fostering collaborative partnerships across Supply Chain and R&D functions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Procurement Strategy Development
• Supplier Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Procurement Analytics Tools
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Procurement Strategy
• Category Management
• Sourcing Strategy Development
• Supplier Selection
• Contract Lifecycle Management
• Procurement Forecasting
• Budgeting
• Risk Assessment
• Cost-Effective Sourcing
• Negotiation Optimization

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Influencing Skills
• Creative Problem Solving
• Mentoring

Industry Keywords

• Biologics Procurement
• Supply Chain Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Sustainable Procurement
• Supplier Diversity

Tools & Technologies

• E-Sourcing Tools
• Contracting Tools
• Procurement Systems
• Analytics Tools
• Digital Tools