Strategic Cell & Gene Sourcing Lead

Cencora, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Cell and Gene Sourcing to oversee supplier relationships and contract activities in cell and gene therapy.

You will negotiate, source, and manage programs while coordinating with Sales, Finance, Legal, and other teams to promote Cencora interests. You will lead cross-functional efforts, address issues with suppliers, and contribute to contracting programs that increase value for both Cencora and its customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in business administration, accounting, sales, or related field.
• 4+ years in account management, sales, project management, category management, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of product and supplier base and industry trends.
• Excellent negotiation and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Sharp communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage business relationship with cell and gene therapy suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, establish sourcing relationships, and manage programs.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Legal, Credit, Customer Service and Procurement.
• Resolve issues related to the trading relationship and drive process improvements.
• Represent Cencora with suppliers and support business development activities.

Skills

Account management

Sales

Project management

Category management

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Audit practices

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Cencora, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Cell and Gene Sourcing to oversee supplier relationships and contract activities in cell and gene therapy.

You will negotiate, source, and manage programs while coordinating with Sales, Finance, Legal, and other teams to promote Cencora interests. You will lead cross-functional efforts, address issues with suppliers, and contribute to contracting programs that increase value for both Cencora and its customers.