Head of Business Strategy

Life Science Sector Procurement Director

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science & Fluid Control and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We dont invent in isolation we collaborate with our customers. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Reporting to the Global Procurement Director of our Life Science sector, you will oversee the implementation and execution of the purchasing strategy to deliver parts that meet pre-defined quality, cost and lead time criteria. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities and a thorough understanding of international markets and supply chain dynamics.

Negotiation: Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, payment terms, quality standards, and delivery schedules.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment between operations and procurement strategies.

Risk Management: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply.

Quality Assurance: Work closely with quality control and other departments to ensure that purchased goods and services meet established quality standards.

Maintain detailed records of project procurement activities and provide regular reports to senior management. Bachelor's degree in business supply chain management or engineering. Proven experience in global procurement and strategic sourcing, preferably in a project-based environment.

Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software. Knowledge of international trade regulations and customs procedures.

Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.

Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share

• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

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