GCPM Strategic Sourcing Mgr

Biopharma-Consulting-Jad-Group; Juncos (PR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

Biopharma-Consulting-Jad-Group is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead end-to-end procurement across Capital, Site Engineering, Operations and related business functions. You will act as the category expert, drive supplier selection and negotiation, and partner with engineering, quality, finance and legal to align sourcing with project needs.

The role requires deep category knowledge, strong negotiation and risk management skills, and a track record of delivering cost improvements and

Qualifications

• Experience leading strategic sourcing across engineering, construction, automation, commissioning and validation services.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and master agreements.
• Strong supplier development and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience driving cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject-matter expert for assigned sourcing categories.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities impacting Cost of Goods Manufactured.
• Lead supplier selection, qualification and negotiation processes.
• Prepare and execute RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and contracts.
• Ensure sourcing alignment with project needs across functions.
• Maintain audit-ready records and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Cross-functional leadership

Category management

Lean / Operational Excellence

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Doctorate

Master’s degree + 2 years related

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years related

Associate’s degree + 10 years related

High School/GED + 12 years related

Tools

ARIBA

SAP

Job description

The Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for executing end‑to‑end sourcing and supplier‑management processes across Capital, Site Engineering, Operations, and related business functions. This role manages procurement activities for a portfolio of goods and services, ensuring alignment with business needs, cost‑effectiveness, compliance, and operational excellence. The manager serves as the category expert, leads cross‑functional sourcing initiatives, and drives continuous improvement across sourcing processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary subject‑matter expert for assigned sourcing categories.
• Identify cost‑reduction opportunities impacting Cost of Goods Manufactured.
• Analyze supplier data to assess financial stability, performance, and risk.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor supplier performance and identify potential risks.
• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and negotiation processes.
• Negotiate new or revised Master Agreements with key suppliers.
• Ensure strong Supplier Relationship Management practices across categories.
• Partner with Business Areas and Stakeholders to identify new process‑improvement opportunities.
• Modify or implement methods that drive operational process improvements.
• Apply Lean and Operational Excellence principles to sourcing workflows.
• Drive compliance with internal sourcing procedures and ensure documentation of all sourcing decisions.
• Prepare and execute sourcing processes including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, purchase orders, contracts, and agreements.
• Lead cross‑functional sourcing teams for supplier selection and negotiations.
• Collaborate with Corporate Risk Management to assess insurance coverage requirements.
• Work with Legal to resolve terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and other business functions to ensure sourcing alignment with project needs.
• Create and manage electronic RFPs using systems such as ARIBA and SAP.
• Execute purchase orders once implementation criteria are met.
• Support capital projects, site engineering initiatives, and operational procurement needs.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with internal procurement policies and industry standards.
• Document sourcing decisions and maintain audit‑ready records.
• Monitor supplier performance stability and escalates risks as needed.

SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge of sourcing activities for Engineering, Construction, Automation, Commissioning, and Validation Services.
• Strong understanding of equipment sourcing and category‑management principles.
• Expertise in supplier development, contract negotiation, and supplier‑alliance implementation.
• Strong organizational, project‑management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management, corporate functions, and internal business partners.
• In‑depth supplier/industry analysis experience for dynamic or volatile categories.
• Strong financial analysis skills and computer literacy.
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• High level of client focus and stakeholder engagement.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Doctorate OR
• Master’s degree + 2 years of directly related experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree + 4 years of directly related experience OR
• Associate’s degree + 10 years of directly related experience OR
• High School/GED + 12 years of directly related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of strategic sourcing, capital procurement, operations/manufacturing, or project‑management experience.
• Hands‑on experience delivering capital projects.
• Proven sourcing experience across capital construction categories (A/E services, construction management, manufacturing equipment, automation integration, commissioning, validation, general contractors, trades).
• Strong end‑to‑end tendering, supplier negotiation, contracting, and e‑sourcing expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross‑functional, and geographically dispersed teams.
• Experience developing sourcing plans, conducting eRFX/bid analyses, leading supplier selection, and negotiating commercial terms including incentives/penalties and change‑order management.
• Excellent stakeholder‑management, presentation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction while ensuring compliance and timely execution.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Fluent written and spoken business English and Spanish.

SHIFT

• Administrative shift
• 6‑month contract with possible extension