Procurement Manager

Abcam; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 91,500 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus/incentive pay

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Abcam in Waltham, MA is seeking an Operational Procurement Manager to own procurement execution within Oracle, manage PO flow, and lead two procurement coordinators as part of the global procurement team.

You will drive supplier performance, deliver cost savings, ensure compliance with SOPs, and provide timely reporting of KPIs. The role integrates with UK and USA sites and requires strong leadership and procurement expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business‑related disciplines.
• Minimum five years of procurement experience, including supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost analysis.
• At least three years in a leadership or people‑management role.
• Three or more years of hands‑on procurement experience with Oracle ERP systems and business intelligence/reporting tools.
• Experience in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and contract management, including governance activities.
• Procurement certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste and improve cycle time.

Responsibilities

• Own procurement execution within Oracle: requisition flow, PO management, supplier master data, catalogs, and procurement reporting.
• Lead the deployment and design of ERP enhancements and resolve ERP procurement incidents.
• Control and improve day‑to‑day cost performance, focusing on high‑usage materials; identify cost pressures and deliver savings.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with quality policies, SOPs, approval thresholds, and audit requirements.
• Coach, prioritize, and manage work for Operational Procurement Coordinators to achieve consistent execution.
• Execute the Supplier Risk & Sustainability process at the site level and monitor suppliers.
• Provide timely reporting of global procurement KPIs and other business metrics.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Oracle ERP

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Contract negotiation

Data reporting

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business-related disciplines

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Operational Procurement Manager – Waltham, USA

Responsible for managing operational purchase ordering procurement needs using Oracle for our UK & USA sites, supporting two procurement coordinators. Reports to the Senior Global Procurement Director and is part of the global procurement team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own procurement execution within Oracle: requisition flow, PO management, supplier master data, catalogs, and procurement reporting. Actively improve data quality, cycle times, and automation, and serve as escalation point for system or user issues.
• Lead the deployment and design of ERP enhancements and resolve ERP procurement incidents.
• Control and improve day‑to‑day cost performance, focusing on high‑usage and high‑value materials; identify cost pressures, negotiate within delegated authority, and deliver savings through operational levers.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with quality policies, SOPs, approval thresholds, and audit requirements; act as first‑line control owner.
• Coach, prioritize, and manage work for Operational Procurement Coordinators to achieve consistent execution.
• Execute the Supplier Risk & Sustainability process at the site level—monitor suppliers, log sustainability risks, report through scorecards or reviews, and handle escalations via defined governance routes.
• Provide timely reporting of global procurement KPIs and other business metrics.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business‑related disciplines such as Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Procurement.
• Minimum five years of procurement experience, including supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost analysis.
• At least three years in a leadership or people‑management role (coaching, prioritization, performance management).
• Three or more years of hands‑on procurement experience with Oracle ERP systems and business intelligence/reporting tools.
• Experience in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and contract management, including ongoing supplier performance and governance activities.
• Professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, CIPM, CIPP, NGIP or equivalent) preferred but not required.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, improve cycle time, strengthen controls, and standardize practices.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements

• Ability to travel to the UK/USA as needed.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is $91,500–$115,000. The position is eligible for bonus/incentive pay. Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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