Associate Director, CAPEX Procurement

Randstad USA; Norwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad USA seeks an Associate Director, CAPEX Procurement in Norwood, MA to drive end-to-end capital projects and manage major equipment/ services categories. This role partners with executive stakeholders to shape procurement strategy for large-scale infrastructure investments.

The position emphasizes autonomous leadership, strategic negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cost savings and value across global sites, including CQV-related activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (BA/BS in a technical discipline preferred).
• 8+ years of experience in a professional procurement organization (with 2+ years in biopharmaceutical manufacturing categories or direct life sciences experience preferred).
• Proven track record in category strategy execution, complex contract negotiations, and multi-year savings delivery.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to support site implementations and key partner projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing, tendering, and contracting for large capital projects (greenfield/brownfield).
• Build category strategies for major equipment and professional services including CQV.
• Serve as the primary Global Procurement site contact at Norwood, collaborating with VPs and cross-functional partners.
• Deliver aggressive cost reduction, optimize Total Cost of Ownership, and manage supplier performance programs.
• Maintain supplier risk profiles and mitigation plans across global markets.

Skills

Independent leadership

Exceptional communication

CAPEX procurement

Broader procurement perspective

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Location: Norwood, MA (Hybrid – up to 25% travel)

Industry: Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Manufacturing

Pay Rate: $107-$122 per hour (W2) paid weekly.

About the Opportunity

Are you a strategic procurement leader ready to shape the physical future of a high-growth, pioneer in mRNA technology?

We are seeking an Associate Director, CAPEX Procurement to drive end-to-end capital procurement strategies across global infrastructure investments reaching up to $500M. Positioned directly alongside key executive stakeholders, this role serves as the primary Global Procurement leader at our primary manufacturing and development site in Norwood, MA.

If you thrive on autonomy, lead with clear communication, and know how to build value across complex capital projects and beyond, this is your launchpad.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Mega CAPEX Projects: Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing, tendering, commercial negotiations, and contracting for large and medium greenfield and brownfield capital projects.
• Manage Core Categories: Build robust category strategies for major equipment and professional services—including Architectural, Engineering, Construction Management, Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV).
• Serve as a Trusted Site Partner: Act as the single point of contact for Global Procurement at the Norwood site, collaborating directly with VPs, site leadership, and cross-functional teams (Engineering, Facilities, Finance, Legal, Quality).
• Maximize Total Value & Savings: Deliver aggressive cost reduction outcomes, optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and build high-impact supplier performance programs.
• Proactive Risk & Supplier Management: Maintain preferred supplier networks, evaluate supply chain risk profiles, and implement mitigation plans across global supply markets.

What You Bring to the Table

Key Priorities for Success:

• Independence & Leadership: A true self-starter comfortable challenging the status quo, navigating ambiguity, and driving decisions autonomously.
• Exceptional Communication: Outstanding matrix-collaboration skills with the ability to influence senior executives, align cross-functional partners, and build lasting vendor relationships.
• Broader Procurement Perspective: Strong expertise in CAPEX projects, plus additional exposure to broader procurement categories outside capital projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required (BA/BS in a technical discipline preferred).
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in a professional procurement organization (with 2+ years in biopharmaceutical manufacturing categories or direct life sciences experience preferred).
• Category Management: Proven track record in category strategy execution, complex contract negotiations, and multi-year savings delivery.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 25% to support site implementations and key partner projects.

Why Apply?

• Massive Scope & Impact: Take direct ownership of major capital projects shaping next-generation manufacturing capacity.
• Executive Visibility: Work directly alongside chief procurement stakeholders and site leadership.
• Innovative Environment: Join a bold, relentless, and collaborative culture leveraging modern digital tools and AI to revolutionize patient health worldwide.