Senior Category Manager, Early Research & Development, Sourcing, San Rafael, California,Full Time (MK)

Senior Category Manager

Our company is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions. Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people's lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism), PKU (phenylketonuria), CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and a number of forms of MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis) offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.

The Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP) organization is accountable for driving and delivering Procurement value to support stakeholders' and organizational strategic objectives. The GSP function delivers value to the company by leading transformation change and implementing industry leading category strategies that directly support business needs. The GSP organization leverages market intelligence, subject matter expertise and business insights in the procurement of goods and services and management of the company's growing third party spend of $1B+. Through collaboration with our external suppliers and internal business partners, GSP helps bring innovative new medicines to patients.

The Senior Category Manager must support development and implementation of industry leading procurement practices, develop deep relationships with stakeholders, drive innovation and continuous improvement in the ways of working. Provide mentoring and management to ensure colleague engagement and professional development. Cultivate long term strategic goals that align with business requirements and drive financial rigor and cost savings throughout. The role is primarily focused on developing and executing category strategies in the Early Research and Development area, including but not limited to the following: Preclinical Research Services Bioanalytical and Translational Sciences In-Vivo Animal Research and Toxicology Academic Research and Independently Sponsored Research The role will work with other category managers to ensure alignment on related services or overlapping suppliers supporting other categories. Focusing on aligning early development outsourcing strategies to any impacted downstream activities within Clinical R&D or GMP environments. This role will collaborate closely with category leaders from across the Global Sourcing & Procurement organization to ensure that all Worldwide Research and Development, as well as laboratories in the Technical Operations Organization are fully supported and optimized.

The role requires 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

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

This role is hybrid requiring an onsite presence at our Headquarters in San Rafael, CA. Two times each week. This role may not be performed remotely.