Manager - Direct and FC&L Procurement

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

401(k) company match

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc is seeking a Manager for Direct Materials Procurement in Hyderabad, India. This hybrid role involves driving procurement strategy, managing supplier performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in procurement, particularly in the Pharma/Biopharma sector.

Join a company committed to innovation and making a difference in patients' lives. Regeneron fosters an inclusive culture and offers a competitive rewards package, including health benefits and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in procurement, including Pharma/Biopharma.
• Proven ability in managing category strategies and supplier relationships.
• Strong understanding of cost structures and supply market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Drive the definition and implementation of global direct material category strategies.
• Manage category priorities and sourcing decisions across direct materials.
• Lead negotiations and supplier management to deliver cost savings.

Skills

Negotiation capability

Data analytics

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., Oracle)

eRFx platforms (e.g., Zycus, Ariba)

Standard business applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Build our future together:

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Manager, Direct Materials Procurement to join our Global Procurement team, supporting our India operations in a hybrid work model. In this role, you will drive category strategy, sourcing, and supplier performance for direct materials while collaborating with cross‑functional partners and global procurement colleagues. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast‑growing, science‑driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & Where

Hyderabad, India (Hybrid)

Discover your role

• Drive the definition and implementation of global direct material category strategies aligned to regional and global business needs
• Partner with collaborators to manage category priorities, sourcing decisions, and procurement activities across direct materials
• Lead negotiations, contracting, and supplier management to deliver cost savings, cash flow improvements, and operational efficiencies
• Ensure category activities align with GxP and applicable regulatory standards
• Collaborate with Legal to negotiate contract terms and conditions aligned to business requirements
• Use market intelligence, supplier insights, and data analytics to inform decision‑making and improve category performance
• Contribute to organizational decisions and initiatives that shape global procurement capabilities and category outcomes
• You operate effectively in a matrixed, global environment and build strong, trusted relationships with internal and external partners

This role requires

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with progressive experience in procurement, including Pharma/Biopharma
• Proven experience managing category strategies, sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationships across direct materials or related categories
• Strong negotiation capability with understanding of cost structures, rates, and supply market dynamics
• Demonstrated success working with cross‑functional teams to deliver results across procurement activities
• Experience supporting supplier evaluation processes using market intelligence, risk, compliance, and financial assessment tools
• Knowledge of global procurement processes and operating models within the biopharmaceutical industry
• Ability to demonstrate data and analytics to drive category decisions and project outcomes
• Experience managing or coaching professional‑level employees preferred
• Working knowledge of sourcing and contracting tools, ERP systems, and eRFx platforms (e.g., Oracle, Zycus, Ariba) preferred
• Proficiency in standard business applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication, collaboration, and collaborator management skills with the ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

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