Manager, Procurement

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Cambridge is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement activities, focusing on internal development and external manufacturing. The role requires 7–10 years of relevant experience, especially within life sciences, and offers a competitive salary range from $120,000 to $145,000. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation in genomic medicine.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plan

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 3 years in life sciences.
• Strong knowledge of direct procurement in a GMP/regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies for direct and indirect procurement.
• Negotiate supplier agreements ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Quality to structure agreements.

Skills

Accountability

Influence Without Authority

Strategic Thinking

Resilience

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP experience (Oracle/NetSuite)

Job description

Overview

At Editas Medicine, we are pioneering the possible. Our mission is to translate the power of CRISPR/Cas12a and CRISPR/Cas9 into a robust pipeline of medicines for people living with serious diseases. Our goal is to discover, develop, manufacture, and commercialize transformative, durable, precision genomic medicines for a broad class of diseases.

Why Choose Editas?

We are a team of problem solvers harnessing the power of CRISPR gene editing to transform the future of medicine. If you want to be part of a team where your voice is heard and respected, where you can operate at the forefront of gene editing, come join us and become an Editor.

Role

The Procurement Manager will lead strategic and operational procurement activities across direct and indirect categories, with a focus on internal development, external manufacturing, raw materials, and critical services that support our gene-editing programs. This role partners cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Research, Technical Development, and Clinical Operations to ensure compliant, cost-effective, and reliable sourcing. The role requires a balance of strategic supplier management, hands-on execution in NetSuite, and the ability to influence stakeholders in a fast-paced, science-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies for direct procurement (e.g., CDMO services, raw materials, plasmids, mRNA, LNP lipids) and indirect procurement (e.g., IT, lab services, facilities, professional services).
• Negotiate supplier agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, pricing, payment terms, and service levels, ensuring alignment with Editas’ business and financial objectives.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Quality to structure agreements that balance risk, cost, and compliance.
• Oversee day-to-day procurement processes in NetSuite, including requisition approvals, PO issuance, supplier onboarding, and invoice reconciliation.
• Implement and enforce approval workflows for direct vs. indirect procurement in collaboration with Finance and Supply Chain leadership.
• Track and report key procurement metrics, including spend by category, supplier performance, and cost-savings initiatives.
• Lead procurement for critical CDMO and CRO relationships, partnering with Technical Development and Supply Chain to monitor performance, resolve issues, and drive accountability.
• Establish supplier KPIs and conduct business reviews with strategic vendors.
• Support risk-mitigation strategies, including dual sourcing, inventory planning, and contract protections.
• Manage, mentor, and develop procurement staff, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
• Partner with Finance on budget planning, accruals, and forecasting to lengthen Editas’ cash runway.
• Act as procurement subject-matter expert in cross-functional meetings, influencing without authority and ensuring alignment with corporate priorities.

Requirements

The Ideal Transcript: Accountability: Owns outcomes and delivers on commitments. Influence Without Authority: Builds trust and alignment across functions. Strategic Thinking: Balances immediate needs with long-term supplier partnerships. Resilience: Adapts quickly in a dynamic, high-growth biotech environment. Collaboration: Works cross-functionally to achieve corporate goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
• 7–10+ years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 3 years in life sciences (biotech, pharma, or CDMO environment).
• Strong knowledge of direct procurement in a GMP/regulatory environment.
• Experience with contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost-savings initiatives.
• ERP experience (Oracle/NetSuite strongly).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Fundamentals That Set You Apart:

• Experience with gene-editing, cell therapy, or advanced modalities supply chains.
• Demonstrated success in building procurement processes in a high-growth biotech.

Benefits

Editas provides a comprehensive array of benefits to all employees, including a Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Medical Plan, a company-funded Health Savings Account, Dental and Vision Insurance, Life and Insurance, Dependent Care Account, Tuition Reimbursement, 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Programs, and a flexible Paid Time Off policy.

Salary Range

$120,000 - $145,000

Pay Transparency

Editas Medicine is committed to transparency and accuracy in our hiring practices. The anticipated salary range for each position is posted within the role. The final salary offer will be determined based on a comprehensive assessment of the candidate's qualifications, including education, training, and relevant experience. Additional factors such as external market conditions, the role's criticality, and internal equity will also be considered. Editas Medicine's compensation philosophy ensures fair and equitable pay practices.

Aspire to be an Editor? We invite you to apply and join us at the forefront of innovation and be a key contributor to realizing Editas Medicine's mission of developing transformative medicines for people living with serious diseases.