BioSpace
Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager, Global Distribution
BioSpace, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager, Global Distribution
Overview
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients. At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission to serve patients living with serious illnesses drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
What You Will Do Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will serve as the Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager for Global Distribution. Reporting to the Operations Business Partner for Direct Materials and Distribution, you will lead the global sourcing strategy for global distribution. This includes identification, evaluation, and negotiations with suppliers to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective sourcing solutions that support our organizational goals. Your responsibilities will include development of Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning, aligned to both Business and Category Strategies, which can include conducting in-depth market analysis, determining and managing the sourcing process, working with cross-functional partners to ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities and engaging with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and performance.
Roles & Responsibilities
Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives, responsible for cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management
Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management (end to end) to ensure best-in-class procurement practices
Analyze large datasets related to procurement, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies
Utilize data analytics tools to generate insights, create reports, and support strategic decision-making
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader across the organization, delivering insights on market trends, supplier capabilities and best sourcing strategies with accountability back to those leaders based on outcomes
Understand and influence business needs to drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities in a proactive manner
Establish and manage key supplier relationships to enhance quality, innovation, and long-term value.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives.
Work effectively with internal collaborators and suppliers, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills
Work closely with Procurement Distribution Category team to ensure sourcing execution alignment with the overall procurement strategy
Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Leadership
Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring that sourcing execution meets the diverse needs of the organization and is implemented effectively.
Ensure that all Global Distribution procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with standard processes.
Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for contracts, providing guidance and ensuring that the right processes and frameworks are in place for RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development.
Activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with partners.
Responsible to deliver results aligned to Financial targets aligned and set by the Category Team, while also informing cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing
Qualifications What we expect of you
The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree and 2 years of Sourcing experience
Or Masters degree and 4 years of Sourcing experience
Or Bachelors degree and 6 years of Sourcing experience
Or Associates degree and 10 years of Sourcing experience
Or High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Sourcing experience
Preferred Qualifications
Strategic Sourcing Experience
Strong Supplier Negotiation skills
Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and CLM Tools (e.g., Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs)
Project Management Experience able to lead teams that cut across geographic and functional boundaries
Demonstrated leadership in sourcing Global Distribution, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement
Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions
Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate logistics services agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes
Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence senior stakeholders
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation
Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
Ability to navigate ambiguity
High degree of initiative and self-motivation
Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
Influencing and Change Management skills
What you can expect from us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we will support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the Base Salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, comprising health and welfare plans, retirement savings opportunities, work-life balance, and career development opportunities. Benefits may include:
A comprehensive employee benefits package (Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts)
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Awards-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models (remote/hybrid where possible)
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. care ers.amgen.com
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application process. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Additional Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Life Sciences
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Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science-based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
What You Will Do Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will serve as the Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager for Global Distribution. Reporting to the Operations Business Partner for Direct Materials and Distribution, you will lead the global sourcing strategy for global distribution. This includes identification, evaluation, and negotiations with suppliers to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective sourcing solutions that support our organizational goals. Your responsibilities will include development of Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning, aligned to both Business and Category Strategies, which can include conducting in-depth market analysis, determining and managing the sourcing process, working with cross-functional partners to ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities and engaging with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and performance.
Roles & Responsibilities
Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives, responsible for cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management
Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management (end to end) to ensure best-in-class procurement practices
Analyze large datasets related to procurement, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies
Utilize data analytics tools to generate insights, create reports, and support strategic decision-making
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader across the organization, delivering insights on market trends, supplier capabilities and best sourcing strategies with accountability back to those leaders based on outcomes
Understand and influence business needs to drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities in a proactive manner
Establish and manage key supplier relationships to enhance quality, innovation, and long-term value.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives.
Work effectively with internal collaborators and suppliers, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills
Work closely with Procurement Distribution Category team to ensure sourcing execution alignment with the overall procurement strategy
Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Leadership
Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring that sourcing execution meets the diverse needs of the organization and is implemented effectively.
Ensure that all Global Distribution procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with standard processes.
Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for contracts, providing guidance and ensuring that the right processes and frameworks are in place for RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development.
Activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with partners.
Responsible to deliver results aligned to Financial targets aligned and set by the Category Team, while also informing cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing
Qualifications What we expect of you
The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree and 2 years of Sourcing experience
Or Masters degree and 4 years of Sourcing experience
Or Bachelors degree and 6 years of Sourcing experience
Or Associates degree and 10 years of Sourcing experience
Or High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Sourcing experience
Preferred Qualifications
Strategic Sourcing Experience
Strong Supplier Negotiation skills
Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and CLM Tools (e.g., Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs)
Project Management Experience able to lead teams that cut across geographic and functional boundaries
Demonstrated leadership in sourcing Global Distribution, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement
Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions
Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate logistics services agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes
Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence senior stakeholders
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation
Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
Ability to navigate ambiguity
High degree of initiative and self-motivation
Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals
Influencing and Change Management skills
What you can expect from us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we will support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the Base Salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, comprising health and welfare plans, retirement savings opportunities, work-life balance, and career development opportunities. Benefits may include:
A comprehensive employee benefits package (Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts)
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Awards-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models (remote/hybrid where possible)
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. care ers.amgen.com
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application process. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Additional Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Life Sciences
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