Senior R&D Procurement Lead: Labs & Diagnostics

GlaxoSmithKline; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 113,850 - 189,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation

Paid parental leave

Medical leave

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a Senior R&D Procurement Manager in Clinical Services to lead end-to-end procurement for Medicines Specialty Labs and Companion Diagnostics in support of global clinical trials. You will negotiate contracts, partner with multiple functions in a matrixed R&D organization, and drive data‑driven sourcing strategies to secure value while aligning with GSK priorities.

This role offers exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and an opportunity to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of category management in Global Procurement or equivalent.
• Experience developing project plans and leading complex negotiations.
• Pharmaceutical, healthcare, or consumer goods industry experience.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end management of the Medicines Specialty Labs and Companion Diagnostics categories.
• Business Partner to multiple functions within matrixed R&D organization
• Establish contracting strategy for the Medicines Specialty Labs and Companion Diagnostics categories with appropriate resource allocation
• Lead sourcing events and data-driven negotiations to deliver on the business requirements
• Lead relationship management with key Specialty Labs and Companion Diagnostics suppliers
• Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to the GSK culture and R&D priorities

Skills

Category Strategy

Contract Management

Data Analysis

Digital Literacy

Financial Acumen

Interactive Storytelling

Negotiation

Sourcing Management

Stakeholder Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree (preferred)

Job description

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a Senior R&D Procurement Manager in Clinical Services to lead end-to-end procurement for Medicines Specialty Labs and Companion Diagnostics in support of global clinical trials. You will negotiate contracts, partner with multiple functions in a matrixed R&D organization, and drive data‑driven sourcing strategies to secure value while aligning with GSK priorities.

This role offers exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and an opportunity to influence