Head of Manufacturing Strategy

The Manager, Indirects & Capex Strategic Sourcing will lead procurement of non-manufacturing goods and services supporting site operations in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This role oversees high-value categories including Capex, Engineering, EHS, Utilities, MRO, Clinical, and Facility Management to ensure business continuity, regulatory compliance (cGMP/FDA), and optimal total cost of ownership (TCO).
The position serves as a key business partner to site leadership (Engineering, Maintenance, Site Head) and acts as the primary liaison with Global Procurement. The role reports to the Head of US Procurement.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with site and global priorities.
Lead RFx processes (RFP/RFQ), supplier evaluations, and award decisions.
Optimize TCO by evaluating lifecycle costs (maintenance, energy, spare parts).
Contracting & Supplier Relationship Management Negotiate MSAs, SOWs, and project agreements for services and capital projects.
Establish supplier KPIs, lead QBRs, and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
Drive supplier performance, innovation, and strategic partnerships.
Lead supplier relationship management (SRM) and governance initiatives.
Site Operations & Compliance Ensure timely procurement of MRO and utility services to support uninterrupted operations.
Maintain compliance with cGMP, FDA, and EHS standards.
Support capital projects by sourcing equipment, construction, and validation services.
Financial & Process Stewardship Deliver cost savings and cost avoidance against annual targets.
Reduce maverick spend through preferred supplier programs and policy enforcement.
Utilize procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, Coupa) for sourcing, spend tracking, and reporting.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Drive process improvements, automation, and adoption of best practices.
Support sustainability and renewable energy initiatives.
Leverage industry benchmarking and market insights to enhance category strategies.
Digital, Data & Analytics Conduct spend analysis and apply data-driven decision-making.
Support procurement digital transformation and analytics adoption.
Key Categories Managed Capex: Manufacturing equipment, construction, facility expansion
Engineering: Validation, commissioning, automation
EHS: Safety equipment, environmental services
Utilities: Energy, water, HVAC
MRO: Spare parts, lab supplies, PPE
Facilities: Janitorial, security, landscaping
Clinical: R&D and site-level support services
Qualification and Experience Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Life Sciences.
5-10 years of indirect procurement experience across relevant categories.
4+ years managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
Strong knowledge of SAP/Ariba, category management, and contract practices.
Familiarity with emerging procurement technologies.
Skills Strong negotiation and stakeholder influencing abilities.
Excellent communication and business partnership skills.
Analytical mindset with focus on cost optimization and performance metrics.
Ability to simplify complex sourcing concepts for business stakeholders.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position in New Jersey is $100,000 to $115,000, plus a discretionary performance bonus (based upon eligibility). The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Lupin is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Competencies Collaboration Customer Centricity Developing Talent Innovation & Creativity Process Excellence Result Orientation Stakeholder Management Strategic Agility

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