Manager Advanced Therapies Procurement

Get 360Pharma; Beerse; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Get 360Pharma is seeking a Manager for Advanced Therapies Procurement to manage sourcing for Cryopreservation Centers and Lentivirus manufacturing. The role involves leading sourcing initiatives, developing procurement strategies, and collaborating across business partners.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 8 years of experience in procurement, and strong relationship skills. A flexible work policy allows for on-site and remote work options. The company is based in Beerse, Belgium.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated skills in Strategic Procurement and Sourcing.
• Strong partner management skills in supply chain.

Responsabilités

• Lead sourcing initiatives to identify supplier partners.
• Influence decision-making for ongoing value improvements.
• Develop innovative solutions for procurement risks.

Connaissances

Strategic Procurement

Sourcing

Supplier Management

Cross-functional collaboration

Business Data Analysis

Negotiation

Risk Management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in business or technical/engineering

MBA

Description du poste

We are searching for the best talent for a Manager, Advanced Therapies Procurement to join our Team!

Summary

This position will be responsible for management of sourcing activities and suppliers across Cryopreservation Centers, Direct Materials for Lentivirus and CAR‑T manufacturing, and Strategic Services for the Advanced Therapies platform. Collaborating closely with Supply Chain Procurement, External manufacturing, planning, quality, MSAT and other key business partners to build new product competence, this role will ensure timely delivery of external partner value and execution in support of pre‑ & post launch Advanced Therapies product and NPI’s. Taking an end‑to‑end approach across Procurement categories to build and carry out coordinated project plans, with cost competitiveness, and resilient supply strategies while building vital competencies will be critical success factors. This individual will support identification, development, and implementation of procurement goals and strategy for Advanced Therapies in order to deliver against organizational targets for reliable supply, financial performance, quality, and compliance adherence. They will drive key relationships within the business, support key supplier relationships with the Procurement categories, and identify and develop key capabilities and subject matter expertise associated with new and future‑orientated business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or supports sourcing initiatives to identify the right supplier partners and build adequate material capacities to support the advanced therapies' business.
• Influence business decision‑making to deliver ongoing value improvements and drive competitive advantage.
• Proactively engages business partners and/or category leaders to identify their needs and incorporate those needs into targeted strategies.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of business needs and external market trends to support the development of robust new product sourcing strategies.
• Develop innovative and sustainable solutions to identify and mitigate risk, drive long‑term, end‑to‑end value, and achieve unmet business needs. Identifies and pursues opportunities to develop supplier capabilities.
• Mitigate business risk through the understanding of commercial, legal, and regulatory requirements and the use of efficient contracting channels demonstrating standard processes and technology.
• Act as procurement authority in support to cross material category specific or cross category initiatives (may include Chemicals, EM, Packaging, Devices, Sterilization, direct and indirect services). Represent procurement in End‑to‑End supply chain initiatives of manufacturing network, digital tools/ technology adoption, and resiliency.

Qualifications

Education

• A Bachelor's degree is required with a preference of study in business or technical/ engineering.
• MBA is preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required

• Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated skills in Strategic Procurement, Sourcing, Category, and Supplier Management, preferably in the Supply Chain Environment.
• Strong partner management skills working with cross category, supply chain and other functional partners.
• Ability to lead, influence, partner on & shape projects without direct team / authority.
• Ability to engage, interact and negotiate value enhancing relationships with suppliers.
• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to respond to changes in the external environment, while ensuring the organization is able to effectively and efficiently move through transitions.

Preferred

• Education certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, PMP, or other.
• A demonstrated ability to work within a Supply Chain or Procurement Category.
• Experience in complex team member environment; rich influencing skills; understanding of complexities of Regulated industries.
• Experience with global procurement for External Manufacturing, Materials, and Services.
• Technical acumen to understand AT manufacturing processes.
• Strong business and finance competence, a deep understanding of managing for impact with team members.
• Proficiency with core Procurement skills (e.g., supplier management and performance, supply market analysis, Category Management, Procurement Excellence, etc.).
• The ability to understand and influence team members on differing viewpoints (e.g., cross‑functional business leaders, Procurement LT, Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain).

Other

• This position may require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel.
• Requires the ability, through our flexible work policy, to work on‑site a minimum of three days each week, with the option for two remote workdays each week.

Preferred Skills

• Business Data Analysis, Business Savvy, Category Management Strategy, Coaching, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Contract Management, Cost‑Benefit Analysis (CBA), Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Market Savvy, Negotiation, New Program Development, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Procurement Policies, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Spend Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Supplier Collaboration, Sustainable Procurement, Technical Credibility, Vendor Selection.