Sr. Manager, Procurement

PCI Pharma Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 184,488,000 - 207,549,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in the United States seeks a senior procurement leader to drive strategic sourcing across planning, purchasing, materials specs, logistics and supplier contracts. You will build a high-performance team and align procurement strategy with business objectives.

The role emphasizes cost savings, contract management, risk mitigation and partnerships with stakeholders. MBA or equivalent and 10+ years GMP experience preferred; travel and compliance duties apply.

Qualifications

• MBA preferred or equivalent MA degree.
• 10+ years related experience in procurement or supply chain.
• 5+ years GMP environment experience.
• Strategic sourcing and supplier contract management experience.
• Ability to negotiate effectively and manage cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic sourcing including planning, purchasing, materials specification, logistics and supplier contracts.
• Develop and lead a high-performance procurement team.
• Establish high performance standards and define accountability.
• Train team to collaborate with Sales on project analyses and roadblocks.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and manage vendor performance.
• Build partnerships with department heads to drive business objectives.
• Manage cost savings tracking and reporting for procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with PCI EHS policies and environmental standards.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost savings analysis

Team leadership

Education

MBA or equivalent MA

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following, but other duties may be assigned.

• Manage strategic sourcing functional areas including planning, purchasing, materials specification, logistics, supplier contracts.


• Develop and lead a high-performance team, directs the recruitment and development of staff.


• Establish and communicate high performance standards, define clear accountability, and lead by adopting improvement strategies to reduce operational variances and increase efficiency.


• Train team to work with Sales to analyze upcoming projects by identifying and resolving potential roadblocks (i.e. logistics, unfamiliar materials). Recommend preferred materials and sources same at best possible price point.


• Negotiate supplier contracts, when appropriate, to manage suppliers/vendors.


• Build effective partnerships with department heads to help drive the business toward achieving company objectives.


• Manage cost savings and performance measurement systems for supplier contracts. Where appropriate, track, analyze and report cost savings against investment proposals, capital expenditure and contract spend commitments. Utilize and manage reporting procedures that meet the internal needs of Finance, Legal, Procurement and Compliance.


• Foster a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace by ensuring compliance with all PCI EHS policies and procedures.

Special Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be physically capable of performing the duties listed below with or without reasonable accommodation which may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties the employee is:

• Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment


• Occasionally stand for extended periods of time, up to four (4) hours/time.


• Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds


• Constantly required to view objects at close and distant ranges with hand and eye coordination


• Frequently required to communicate with others

Note: For this summary, *occasionally may represent (3-5x) a week. Constantly and frequently should be considered as normally occurring activities throughout the workday based on work demand.

Work Environment

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of what an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee will work with moderate noise levels. Employee will perform tasks while experiencing numerous interruptions. Employee may travel by car and airplane to work at different locations and may occasionally be required to travel overnight. The work environment is fast-paced and demanding. This position has the utmost responsibility for compliance with the rules and regulations regarding a safe and healthy work environment relative to their actions and conduct. Off-shift, weekend and overtime duties may be required.

This job description may not list all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the stated position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• MBA preferred or equivalent MA degree. Membership of professional body such as ISM, APICs or CIPS.


• 10+ years related experience.


• 5+ years of experience in GMP environment.


• Expert level ability to think strategically, articulate a clear vision and align the procurement strategy to business objectives.


• Awareness of the key principles and relevant sources of information on corporate social responsibility


• Understanding of operational procurement practices and processes and the ability to apply them


• Understanding of Category Management, Collaborative Procurement and Strategic sourcing approaches and the ability to apply them


• Ability to actively manage contracts, ensuring performance standards are achieved and benefits realized


• Ability to proactively manage and develop strong working relationships with stakeholders by building trust and understanding


• Ability to work in partnership with stakeholders to manage and develop strong working relationships with suppliers


• Understanding of competitive market in which suppliers operate and proactive management to maximize opportunity


• Understanding the principles, strategies and tactics of effective negotiation and ability to apply them effectively


• Understanding legal implications and aspects and their relevance to Procurement


• Understanding of current systems and future system development


• Understanding of costs and prices and the ability to apply the tools and techniques of financial assessment


• Knowledge of Supply Chain and corresponding regulatory compliance.

Benefits

The hiring rate for this position is $133,920 - $150,660 per hour plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise. PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance coverage (including dental and vision), a flexible spending account, and a 401(k) plan.

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future (https://pci.com/)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.

Why work for PCI Pharma Services?

At PCI, we have an uncompromising focus on providing quality and operational excellence and providing the industry leading customer experience. Our people make all of this happen, so providing an industry leading experience for our people is equally as important. By creating an authentic culture of purposeful work, we aspire to be an interesting and fulfilling place for talented individuals to grow careers. We live a philosophy of intentional learning combined with real-life experience supported by a fair and competitive rewards program. We are individuals, teams and a company that believes in our purpose and our approach is simple, the people who work at PCI fuel our business; we don’t say no, we figure out how.

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled