Azenta Life Sciences
Overview
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Azenta Life Sciences . Azenta Inc. is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry\'s top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally. At Azenta, a customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. Our core values are: Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity.
What You’ll Do
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of Buyers across multiple locations
Develop and execute supplier management strategies aligned with business objectives
Own the purchasing strategy, budgeting process, and process documentation
Optimize supplier base through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation to drive cost savings and mitigate risk
Collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement activities with business goals on margin, quality, and time-lines
Lead price and contract negotiations with key suppliers
Manage Quarterly Business Review (QBR) process with strategic suppliers
Represent the Supply Chain team in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Existing Product Development projects
Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Resolve demand and supply issues using data-driven approaches
Track, analyze, and report departmental performance metrics
Prepare and present operational and strategic reports to senior leadership
Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events and Lean practices
Oversee all people management activities: recruitment, onboarding, training & development, and performance management
What You Will Bring
Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience; APICS certification (CPIM) preferred
Minimum 5 years of procurement within a manufacturing environment
Minimum 2 years of people management experience
Strong background in purchasing with a proven track record in cost reduction, negotiation, and supplier management
Proactive problem solving and ability to translate strategy into action
Experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement initiatives
Expert capability in modern sourcing principles
Ability to analyze cost effectiveness and make sound commercial decisions
Strong preference for knowledge of Netsuite-based planning systems
Strong preference for experience in Life Science Services industry
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Working Conditions / Schedule
Hybrid, 4 days in office in South Plainfield, NJ, 1 day remote
Occasional travel may be required (not expected to be more than 10%), including to APAC region
Equal Opportunity Employer Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance.
Base compensation in the United States: $106,000.00 - $132,000.00. The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary based on experience, education, qualifications, performance, and geographic location.
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Join to apply for the
Procurement Manager
role at
Azenta Life Sciences . Azenta Inc. is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry\'s top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally. At Azenta, a customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. Our core values are: Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity.
What You’ll Do
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of Buyers across multiple locations
Develop and execute supplier management strategies aligned with business objectives
Own the purchasing strategy, budgeting process, and process documentation
Optimize supplier base through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation to drive cost savings and mitigate risk
Collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement activities with business goals on margin, quality, and time-lines
Lead price and contract negotiations with key suppliers
Manage Quarterly Business Review (QBR) process with strategic suppliers
Represent the Supply Chain team in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Existing Product Development projects
Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Resolve demand and supply issues using data-driven approaches
Track, analyze, and report departmental performance metrics
Prepare and present operational and strategic reports to senior leadership
Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events and Lean practices
Oversee all people management activities: recruitment, onboarding, training & development, and performance management
What You Will Bring
Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent experience; APICS certification (CPIM) preferred
Minimum 5 years of procurement within a manufacturing environment
Minimum 2 years of people management experience
Strong background in purchasing with a proven track record in cost reduction, negotiation, and supplier management
Proactive problem solving and ability to translate strategy into action
Experience with Lean / Continuous Improvement initiatives
Expert capability in modern sourcing principles
Ability to analyze cost effectiveness and make sound commercial decisions
Strong preference for knowledge of Netsuite-based planning systems
Strong preference for experience in Life Science Services industry
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Working Conditions / Schedule
Hybrid, 4 days in office in South Plainfield, NJ, 1 day remote
Occasional travel may be required (not expected to be more than 10%), including to APAC region
Equal Opportunity Employer Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance.
Base compensation in the United States: $106,000.00 - $132,000.00. The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary based on experience, education, qualifications, performance, and geographic location.
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