Director, Strategic Sourcing

Key Responsibilities Business partnering: build trusted stakeholder relationships; collaborate on multi-year plans; drive business outcomes. Team leadership: guide/mentor the small molecule sourcing team to deliver objectives. Product support: identify suppliers of raw materials, API, drug product, finished goods, and CDMO services. Global category management: develop/manage category and sourcing strategies; manage strategic suppliers and tactical RFx. Sourcing strategy development: co-develop sourcing strategies with business units; select CDMOs; negotiate contracts; influence network strategy; manage suppliers. Supplier management: ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials/services; pursue risk mitigation, resilience, cost savings, process improvement, and innovation; partner on supplier governance. Risk mitigation: assess/mitigate supply-chain risks; create contingency plans. Market analysis: track trends, capabilities, and emerging technologies; conduct assessments. Continuous improvement: streamline sourcing processes using analytics and performance metrics. Financial management: support budgeting; guide long-range planning; evaluate BOM and total cost of goods. Knowledge & Skills (Required/Preferred) Influence senior leaders; deep category management and strategic sourcing (strategy/RFx/negotiation/contracts/supplier performance). Expertise negotiating and managing complex suppliers/CDMOs (virtual plant governance). Strong analytics (Power BI/Tableau) and project management; cross-functional collaboration. Contract law knowledge; strong written/verbal communication; Microsoft Office/ERP and e-sourcing tools. Qualifications 10+ years in API/drug product/CDMO sourcing (pharma). Bachelor's in chemistry/biochemistry/chemical engineering (preferred). Track record negotiating contracts, managing suppliers, and driving cost savings. Working knowledge of AI-based sourcing/contracting desired; small-molecule manufacturing knowledge desired. GMP/ISO/regulatory familiarity. Travel as needed. Compensation & Benefits Pay range: $180,000-$270,000; eligible for annual bonus and annual equity. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, paid time off, educational assistance (student loan repayment), commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k), and more. Work setup Hybrid (3 days office/2 days remote weekly) and some travel to facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr