Strategic Procurement Lead – Manufacturing & Sourcing

Fresenius Kabi USA; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Wellness program

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi USA is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing and supplier management across assigned categories, supporting manufacturing operations. You will drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and continuity of supply while adhering to regulatory and corporate standards.

The role partners with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain to execute strategies, manage relationships, and support critical initiatives. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5–10 years of procurement/purchasing experience in industrial or medical production.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to travel 30%.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Buy commodities, lead execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with production timelines, cost targets, and plant-specific constraints.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure best terms and quality.
• Manage supplier selection decision making and supplier awarding.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, including development and execution of SOWs.
• Develop plans to establish continuity of supply for plant builds and spare parts.
• Ensure quality, delivery, order accuracy, and competitive pricing through supplier follow-up.
• Visit suppliers to assess capability and meet requirements; interact with all levels of supplier management.
• Maintain SAP purchasing data to generate MRP; work with SAP Data Administration to create material numbers and vendor profiles.
• Coach, train and mentor other employees.

Skills

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Fresenius Kabi USA is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing and supplier management across assigned categories, supporting manufacturing operations. You will drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and continuity of supply while adhering to regulatory and corporate standards.

The role partners with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Supply Chain to execute strategies, manage relationships, and support critical initiatives. Travel up to 30% may be required.