Project Sourcing Specialist

Cambrex; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Job summary

Cambrex Charles City is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to lead strategic sourcing across raw materials, equipment, and services for our growing facility. You will identify multiple sources, obtain quotes, and support new product development with cost-effective supplier options.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree, 3+ years of materials management or procurement experience, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to operate Microsoft Suite.
• Associate degree in business management or related field. High school diploma required, Bachelor degree beneficial
• Three or more years of experience in materials management or new project management involving procuring new raw materials
• Experience negotiating pricing, contracts or other services.

Responsibilities

• Source materials and services for existing and new supply chain opportunities.
• Identify multiple sources for key raw materials.
• Work with vendors, secure samples and formal price quotes for purchasing consideration.
• Work with Materials Director, negotiate material pricing for new and existing materials or services.
• Work with Project Managers and Chemical Development staff, source/price new raw materials and other services needed to support new product development efforts.
• Work with the Buyer and act as back-up for buyer in their absence.
• Host vendor visits and meetings.

Skills

Microsoft Suite

Education

Associate degree in business management or related field

High school diploma required; Bachelor degree beneficial

Job description

Company Information

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid‑phase peptide synthesis, solid‑state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

You Matter to Cambrex.

Your Work Matters

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast‑paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

• healthcare
• life insurance
• planning for retirement
• more

Your Future Matters

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world.

Job Overview

The principle purpose of the Sourcing Specialist at Cambrex Charles City, inc is leading strategic sourcing activities for multiple spend categories including raw materials, equipment, services and new supply chain opportunities with a goal of achieving significant reductions in total material costs and providing multiple approved suppliers for key raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Source materials, services for existing and new supply chain opportunities.
• Identify multiple sources for key raw materials
• Working with vendors, secure samples and formal price quotes for purchasing consideration.
• Working with Materials Director, negotiate material pricing for new and existing materials or services.
• Working with Project Managers and Chemical Development staff, source/price new raw materials and other services needed to support new product development efforts.
• Work with the Buyer and act as back-up for buyer in their absence.
• Host vendor visits and meetings.

Qualifications/Skills

• Knowledge of and ability to operate microsoft suite

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• Associate degree in business management or related field. High school diploma required, Bachelor degree beneficial
• Three or more years of experience in materials management or new project management involving procuring new raw materials
• Experience negotiating pricing, contracts or other services.

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Afffimative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.