Assistant Director, Materials Management

Assistant Director, Materials Management Join to apply for the Assistant Director, Materials Management role at Texas Biomedical Research Institute Assistant Director, Materials Management 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Assistant Director, Materials Management role at Texas Biomedical Research Institute We are searching for a Materials Management leader responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating the purchasing (supply management) policies, procedures, programs and services for Texas Biomedical Research Institute. The Role:

• Manages supplier networks to support short-term and long-term business goals; reviews contracts and leads supplier negotiations with an emphasis on best value (optimizing cost and quality)
• Drives competitive sourcing processes in accordance with applicable regulations, prepares requests for proposals, evaluates proposals and makes final supplier selection considering all factors
• Oversees the activities of the Purchasing, Shipping and Receiving staff; Hires, trains and develops Purchasing and Shipping and Receiving personnel
• Oversees routine purchasing processes, ensuring purchases follow all policies and regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation, Uniform Guidance, Small Business Administration and National Institutes of Health policy and procedures
• Collaborates with Accounts Payable Manager to ensure seamless and streamlined workflow processes between Purchasing and Accounts Payable
• Coordinates with other departments and units to enhance customer relations and ensure the timely procurement of goods and services at optimum cost and to specifications
• Develops and implements procurement best practices and adjusts policies accordingly. This includes implementing a process of periodically evaluating performance of suppliers, quantifiably measuring and confirming contracts are delivering expected value and developing and tracking Key Performance Indicators relevant to the department.
• Maintains accurate inventory records and assists in the disposition of obsolete/excess inventory
• Assists in the administration of the Jaggaer system procurement module

Our Ideal Candidate: Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Prefer degree in Business, Management, or Logistics CPM certification preferred 7+ years of thorough knowledge of bidding, award, and administration of purchases and service contracts required 3+ years in a supervisory role or leading a purchasing team required Preferred Experience: Buyer/purchasing agent procuring biological chemicals and/or biomedical equipment; Federal procurement requirements; Administration of a P2P system, especially Jaggaer Excellent managerial, analytical, problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail and proven customer service skills Who We Are: Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health. Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

What We Can Offer You:

• Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets
• An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)!
• Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December)
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management!
• Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance!
• Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Requirements: Description: We are searching for a Materials Management leader responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating the purchasing (supply management) policies, procedures, programs and services for Texas Biomedical Research Institute. The Role:

• Manages supplier networks to support short-term and long-term business goals; reviews contracts and leads supplier negotiations with an emphasis on best value (optimizing cost and quality)
• Drives competitive sourcing processes in accordance with applicable regulations, prepares requests for proposals, evaluates proposals and makes final supplier selection considering all factors
• Oversees the activities of the Purchasing, Shipping and Receiving staff; Hires, trains and develops Purchasing and Shipping and Receiving personnel
• Oversees routine purchasing processes, ensuring purchases follow all policies and regulations, including Federal Acquisition Regulation, Uniform Guidance, Small Business Administration and National Institutes of Health policy and procedures
• Collaborates with Accounts Payable Manager to ensure seamless and streamlined workflow processes between Purchasing and Accounts Payable
• Coordinates with other departments and units to enhance customer relations and ensure the timely procurement of goods and services at optimum cost and to specifications
• Develops and implements procurement best practices and adjusts policies accordingly. This includes implementing a process of periodically evaluating performance of suppliers, quantifiably measuring and confirming contracts are delivering expected value and developing and tracking Key Performance Indicators relevant to the department.
• Maintains accurate inventory records and assists in the disposition of obsolete/excess inventory
• Assists in the administration of the Jaggaer system procurement module

Our Ideal Candidate: Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Prefer degree in Business, Management, or Logistics CPM certification preferred 7+ years of thorough knowledge of bidding, award, and administration of purchases and service contracts required 3+ years in a supervisory role or leading a purchasing team required Preferred Experience: Buyer/purchasing agent procuring biological chemicals and/or biomedical equipment; Federal procurement requirements; Administration of a P2P system, especially Jaggaer Excellent managerial, analytical, problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail and proven customer service skills Who We Are: Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health. Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

• The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research
• A federally designated National Primate Research Center
• More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies
• An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

What We Can Offer You:

• Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets
• An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)!
• Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December)
• On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management!
• On-site gym & wellness programs!
• Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance!
• Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Requirements: Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Supply Chain Industries Research Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Texas Biomedical Research Institute by 2x Get notified about new Director Materials Management jobs in San Antonio, TX . Director of Supply Chain Commercialization and Value Creation - CH Guenther & Son Director, IT Business Partner – Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Biomedical Research Institute