Sourcing Manager – Contract Manufacturing

Role Overview

• Serve as the Strategic Sourcing Manager for Contract Manufacturing
• Lead the global sourcing strategy for contract manufacturing
• Conduct in-depth market analysis and manage the sourcing process
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities
• Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives, responsible for cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management
• Manage supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management to ensure best-in-class procurement practices
• Analyze large datasets related to procurement and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives
• 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
• Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements

• Doctorate degree and 1 years of Sourcing experience OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Sourcing experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of Sourcing experience OR Associate’s degree and 5 years of Sourcing experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of Sourcing experience
• Proven 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 Contract Manufacturing, 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 Contract Manufacturing services agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes
• Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence 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

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
• Group medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans
• Flexible work models where possible