Strategic Sourcing Manager - R&D Cross Category

Amgen; India; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen India is seeking a Sourcing Manager for R&D Cross Category. Reporting to the India Direct Lead, you will support sourcing strategy for R&D across categories, evaluating suppliers and negotiating agreements to ensure efficient sourcing solutions.

You will lead market analyses, manage the sourcing process, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver terms that drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in strategic sourcing across global networks.
• Strong negotiation skills with multi-stakeholder teams.
• Experience with e-Sourcing and CLM tools.
• Proficiency in English.
• Ability to manage large, cross-functional procurement projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives for cost optimization.
• Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and end-to-end contract management.
• Draft contract requirements with clear scope and deliverables.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align sourcing with business goals.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Negotiation

CLM Tools (Ariba/Workday)

English Proficiency

Contract Drafting

Tools

SAP Ariba

Workday Strategic Sourcing

Sirion Labs

Job description

Career Category

Procurement

Job Description

Role Description:

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will serve as the Sourcing Manager for R&D Cross Category. Reporting to the Amgen India Direct Lead, you will support the sourcing strategy for R&D Cross category. This includes identification, evaluation, and negotiations with suppliers to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective sourcing solutions that support our organizational goals. Your responsibilities will include supporting development of Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning, aligned to both Business and Category Strategies, which can include conducting in-depth market analysis, determining and managing the sourcing process, working with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities and engaging with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and performance.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives to drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management including contracting strategies and negotiation plans for complex external engagement.
• Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management (end to end) to ensure best-in-class procurement practices.
• Develop contract requirements with business partners, including clear scope, deliverables, responsibilities, timelines, and consequences for failure to perform.
• Draft and negotiate high volume of contracts in time sensitive environment while utilizing developed Law contract templates and resources.
• Analyze large datasets related to procurement, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies
• Utilize data analytics tools to generate insights, create reports, and support strategic decision-making
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader across the organization, delivering insights on market trends, supplier capabilities and best sourcing strategies with accountability back to those leaders based on outcomes
• Understand and influence business needs to drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities in a proactive manner
• Establish and manage key supplier relationships to enhance quality, innovation, and long-term value.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives.
• Work effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills
• Work closely with Procurement Commercial Category team to ensure sourcing execution alignment with the overall procurement strategy
• Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement .

Leadership

Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring that sourcing execution meets the diverse needs of the organization and are implemented effectively.

Ensure that all R&D Cross category procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with best practices.

Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for contracts, providing guidance and ensuring that the right processes and frameworks are in place for RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development.

Maturity to activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with stakeholders.

Responsible for delivering results aligned to Financial targets aligned and set by the Category Team, while also informing cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Proven Strategic Sourcing Experience
• Strong Supplier Negotiation skills
• Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs)
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating agreements, including management of redlines, fallback positions, and cross-functional alignment through execution.
• Proficiency in English language

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership in R&D Cross category, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement
• Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions
• Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
• Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate R&D cross category service agreements and deli