Indirect Procurement Manager

Tri-Valley Career Center; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 157,400 - 216,400; Full time

Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. seeks a senior procurement leader to manage a regional team of commodity specialists across the Americas.

You will guide strategic sourcing, supplier management, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and delivery at global manufacturing sites. You will bring 10+ years in purchasing/commodity management and 5+ years of leadership experience, with strong negotiation and budgeting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or related field. MBA or Masters preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in purchasing/commodity goods management.
• 5+ years of leading or managing a sourcing team required.
• 2+ years of experience creating procurement strategy.
• Experience with knowledge of direct materials used in production within the Americas Region.
• Negotiation skills required; certification a plus.
• Cross‑functional team leadership and ability to build high‑performing work teams.
• Solid knowledge of financial principles related to budgeting, make‑vs‑buy analysis and gross margin impact.

Responsibilities

• Leads a group of commodity specialists spanning across the Americas region with multiple sites within the region.
• Oversees the team that serves as the primary purchasing reps at each manufacturing site and handles escalation of issues with suppliers.
• Leads a team of Commodity Specialists.
• Manages workload and provides coaching to the team for both strategic and transactional tasks.
• Manages stakeholder engagement and partnerships.
• Implements value improvement opportunities.
• Participates in meetings and discussions with procurement leadership regarding team activities, policy and procedure improvements.
• Implements Global strategies at the regional level to increase supplier performance, capability development, capacity management and cost/quality improvements for supply chain vendors.
• Manages escalated supplier reviews and delivers supplier performance metrics to upper level management.
• Develops supply chain risk mitigation plans.
• Monitors performance of individual team members and provides feedback.
• Responsible for ensuring the function is appropriately staffed to deliver business expectations.
• Implements Continuous Improvement activities as defined to improve efficiency in the procurement process.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing leadership

Negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Budgeting

Make-vs-buy analysis

Supplier management

Procurement strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement/Supply Chain/Finance or related field

MBA or Masters

Job description

Responsibilities

• Leads a group of commodity specialists spanning across the Americas region with multiple sites within the region.
• Oversees the team that serves as the primary purchasing reps at each manufacturing site and handles escalation of issues with suppliers.
• Leads a team of Commodity Specialists.
• Manages workload and provides coaching to the team for both strategic and transactional tasks.
• Manages stakeholder engagement and partnerships.
• Implements value improvement opportunities.
• Participates in meetings and discussions with procurement leadership regarding team activities, policy and procedure improvements.
• Implements Global strategies at the regional level to increase supplier performance, capability development, capacity management and cost/quality improvements for supply chain vendors.
• Manages escalated supplier reviews and delivers supplier performance metrics to upper level management.
• Develops supply chain risk mitigation plans.
• Monitors performance of individual team members and provides feedback.
• Responsible for ensuring the function is appropriately staffed to deliver business expectations.
• Implements Continuous Improvement activities as defined to improve efficiency in the procurement process.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Experienced professional with wide-ranging experience, using professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues.
• Manages a Procurement team supporting regional commodity needs at the manufacturing sites.
• Manages procurement functions including sourcing, supplier selection and qualification, and supplier management—ensures effective delivery of objectives.
• Participates in Supplier AVL development, supplier compliance tracking, supplier business continuity and contract spend management.
• Proactively partners with business stakeholders to identify cost‑saving opportunities and supplier consolidation.
• Develops commodity and sub‑commodity strategic plans, analyzes supply base and recommends forward procurement supplier list.
• May serve on the Global Purchasing Council, Commodity Strategy Board or participate in the Policy Review Team.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or related field. MBA or Masters preferred.
• Work Experience: 10+ years’ experience in purchasing/commodity goods management.
• 5+ years of leading or managing a sourcing team required.
• 2+ years of experience creating procurement strategy.
• Experience with knowledge of direct materials used in production within the Americas Region.
• Negotiation skills required; certification a plus.
• Cross‑functional team leadership and ability to build high‑performing work teams.
• Solid knowledge of financial principles related to budgeting, make‑vs‑buy analysis and gross margin impact.

Location

This position must be based in Hercules, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package

At Bio‑Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio‑Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401 k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!

Compensation

The estimated base salary range for this position is $157,400 to $216,400 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job‑permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are

For 70 years, Bio‑Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high‑quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio‑Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

EEO Statement

Bio‑Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

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