Procurement Manager

Aerogen; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus plan

Above market life insurance

Opportunities for development and professional growth

Employee-led programs

Job summary

Aerogen is looking for a Procurement Manager specializing in drug and device combination products. Located in North Carolina, this role involves developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships to optimize supply chain operations.

The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree and experience in regulated environments, ensuring compliance and facilitating continuous improvement initiatives in procurement.

Competitive bonus plans and professional growth opportunities are offered at Aerogen.

Qualifications

• Experience with device-drug combination products or complex multi-component regulated products.
• Exposure to global category strategy development.
• Familiarity with pharma logistics and cold chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for pharmaceutical products.
• Manage supplier performance and maintain supplier relationships.
• Lead commercial negotiations and supplier relationship management.

Skills

Procurement experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Contract negotiation

Education

Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

About Aerogen: Headquartered in Galway, Ireland, Aerogen leads the world in acute care aerosol drug delivery. With offices worldwide, our global team of 54 nationalities collaborates to innovate and improve patient outcomes.

Our culture is built on "We Care", supporting employees to reach their full potential through investment in their careers.

What is the role?

The Procurement Manager – Drug and Device/Drug Combination Products is a strategically focused role within Procurement & Supply Chain. The role develops and executes sourcing and supplier strategies for pharmaceutical products, including device–drug combination categories, and partners closely with Technical, Quality, Supply Chain, and external consultants to translate regulatory and product requirements into resilient, compliant, and cost‑effective supply chain solutions.

What are the key responsibilities?

• Develop and own category and supplier strategies for pharmaceutical and device–drug combination products.
• Establish end‑to‑end supply risk visibility, mitigation plans, and long‑term sourcing roadmaps.
• Lead supplier segmentation, market analysis, and sourcing strategy development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key pharma, device, and contract manufacturing partners.
• Partner with Technical and Quality teams to integrate specifications, validation, and lifecycle requirements into sourcing decisions.
• Design logistics and supply strategies aligned with regulatory, quality, and compliance standards.
• Lead commercial negotiations, contracting, and ongoing supplier relationship management.
• Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, service, cost, and compliance dimensions.
• Support logistics execution, inventory planning, and resolution of operational supply issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain activities.

What education and experience are required?

• Experience with device–drug combination products or complex, multi‑component regulated products.
• Exposure to global category strategy development and multi‑year sourcing roadmaps.
• Experience working with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs/CDMOs).
• Familiarity with pharma logistics, cold chain, or controlled supply flows.
• Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.

What key skills will make you great at the role?

• Proven procurement or strategic sourcing experience within pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or similarly regulated industries.
• Strong understanding of regulated supply environments and supplier compliance requirements, including FDA regulations, cGMP, GDP, and related quality and regulatory standards.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiations, and contracts.
• Ability to translate technical, quality, and regulatory requirements into effective sourcing strategies.
• Hands‑on experience supporting operational procurement and supply chain execution.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills within matrix organizations.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• In‑depth knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, laws, sustainability best practices, and category management principles.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

What is it like to work at Aerogen?

• Competitive bonus plan.
• Above market life insurance.
• Opportunities for development and professional growth.
• "Aerogen Connect" – an employee‑led program that unites our global teams.
• We donate 1% of profits and time to charities and organizations.

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