Director/Sr Director, Procurement

Azenta Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta Inc. is looking for a Director or Senior Director of Procurement to lead global procurement and purchasing operations. The successful candidate will ensure cost-effective sourcing, supplier partnerships, and compliance with regulations.

With a focus on implementing LEAN methodologies, this role requires a strategic leader adept at driving efficiency, fostering collaboration, and enhancing value across procurement functions.

This position offers a competitive base salary range of $206,000.00 - $258,000.00 based on market data and internal structures.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of procurement and supply chain leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing a global procurement portfolio with annual revenue above $700 million.
• Deep knowledge of global sourcing and regulatory requirements in life sciences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global procurement strategy.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers.
• Apply LEAN methodologies to procurement operations.
• Monitor industry trends and implement risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Procurement leadership

LEAN methodologies

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Procurement technologies

Data analytics tools

Job description

Director/Sr Director, Procurement

Azenta Inc. is seeking a Director or Senior Director of Procurement. This role is responsible for leading and optimizing the company’s global procurement and purchasing operations. It reports to the CFO and ensures cost‑effective sourcing, supply reliability, risk management, and supplier partnerships that support the company’s objectives. The Sr Director will implement LEAN principles to drive efficiency, eliminate waste, and enhance value across procurement functions while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global procurement strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives, ensuring a cost effective, agile and resilient supply chain.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to ensure diversity, quality, reliability, and cost‑effectiveness while fostering innovation.
• Apply LEAN methodologies to procurement operations, driving continuous improvement, waste reduction, and enhanced operational efficiency.
• Monitor industry trends and market dynamics; implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring supplier compliance with life sciences industry regulations, ethical sourcing policies, and sustainability goals.
• Identify and execute cost‑saving initiatives through data‑driven negotiations, process improvements, and demand planning.
• Promote partnership with business and regulatory teams to ensure procurement supports product development, production, and commercialization goals.
• Leverage procurement technology and analytics to enhance visibility, streamline operations, and improve decision‑making.
• Build, develop and lead a high‑performing procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Drive the strategic management and consolidation of indirect spend categories, optimizing supplier partnerships, reducing costs, and aligning with business objectives.
• Oversee strategic sourcing and management of direct material categories, ensuring cost efficiency, supply continuity, and alignment with operating company needs and business objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of procurement and supply chain leadership experience, preferably in the life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience managing a global procurement portfolio or business with an annual revenue exceeding $700 million.
• Strong expertise in LEAN strategies, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
• Proven track record of leading transformational procurement initiatives and driving cost efficiencies without compromising quality.
• Deep knowledge of global sourcing, supplier risk management, and regulatory requirements in the life sciences sector.
• Experience with procurement technologies and data analytics tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate a fast‑paced, complex regulatory environment while maintaining a strategic vision for procurement.

Base Compensation (United States): $206,000.00 - $258,000.00. The posted pay range is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications), qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.