Director, Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Partnerships

AstraZeneca plc; Boston (MA); Híbrido; USD 170.000 - 221.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) plan

Health benefits including medical, Rx,

Equity-based long-term incentive

Bonus program

Paid vacation and holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Alexion is seeking an experienced and strategic Director, Commercial & Medical Sourcing to lead a high-performing team supporting our US Commercial and Medical organizations. In this hands-on leadership role, you will manage global strategic sourcing initiatives, partner with senior leaders, and deliver measurable value by balancing cost, risk, and supplier performance.

The role is based in Boston with hybrid work arrangements and opportunities to influence enterprise-wide sourcing across

Formación

• Bachelor Degree; Advanced Degree; CPSM or equivalent.
• 10+ years Bio-Pharma industry experience, procurement and category management.
• Exceptional negotiation skills: you are a tenacious problem-solver with a focus on building mutually beneficial relationships.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence others.
• Strong organizational and facilitation skills as well as great attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute clear category management, strategic sourcing, and procurement strategies in support of Alexion’s Commercial & Medical organizations.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective alignment that support business requirements while appropriately managing quality, speed, cost, risk and ease-of-use.
• Be knowledgeable in market trends, benchmarks, and best practices across categories under management. Use this knowledge to optimize results and drive a high standard of excellence.
• Lead sourcing events, initiate and negotiate contracts commercial terms and cost.
• Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify, manage, elevate, and resolve issues related to supplier performance.
• Develop and foster a supplier experience that nurtures the perception of Alexion as a 'customer of choice.'
• Perform contract compliance reviews to determine compliance and contractual obligations
• Assist with budget/forecasting needs, such as accruals, project budgets, etc.
• Lead and contribute to complex functional or company initiatives

Conocimientos

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Influence others

Organizational facilitation

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

CPSM or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Alexion is seeking an experienced and strategic Director, Commercial & Medical Sourcing to lead a high-performing team supporting our US Commercial and Medical organizations. In this hands-on leadership role, you will manage global strategic sourcing initiatives, partner with senior leaders, and deliver measurable value by balancing cost, risk, and supplier performance.

The role is based in Boston with hybrid work arrangements and opportunities to influence enterprise-wide sourcing across