Strategic Sourcing Lead, Life Sciences (12-Month Contract)

Clear Point Consultants; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Point Consultants seeks a Strategic Sourcing Manager for a leading life sciences organization in Boston on a 12-month contract. You will own sourcing initiatives across the commercial function, partnering with Procurement, Legal, and Finance in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead market research, supplier evaluations, and negotiations, driving supplier governance and continuous improvement across key vendors in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or a related commercial function.
• Experience managing sourcing events from start to finish.
• Strong supplier evaluation and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with contracts such as SOWs and MSAs.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives from initial business requirements through contract execution.
• Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business and commercial objectives.
• Conduct market research, supplier assessments, and competitive analysis.
• Manage RFP, RFI, and RFQ processes.
• Negotiate pricing, service levels, terms, rebates, and other contractual provisions.
• Coordinate with Legal, Procurement, Finance, and business partners throughout contracting.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Sourcing events

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Stakeholder management

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Clear Point Consultants seeks a Strategic Sourcing Manager for a leading life sciences organization in Boston on a 12-month contract. You will own sourcing initiatives across the commercial function, partnering with Procurement, Legal, and Finance in a fast-paced environment.

You will lead market research, supplier evaluations, and negotiations, driving supplier governance and continuous improvement across key vendors in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or healthcare settings.