Strategic Sourcing Manager

GForce Life Sciences; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 123,984 - 129,494; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Job summary

A mid-sized pharmaceutical client in New Jersey is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to oversee commercial strategic sourcing and procurement operations. The role involves managing vendor relationships, developing sourcing strategies, and collaborating with teams to optimize purchasing. Candidates should have at least 10 years of category management experience in a regulated environment and possess strong communication and strategic thinking skills. This is a 6-month contract position with remote options but potential for conversion to permanent employment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Commercial Category Management experience.
• Minimum 5-7 years of commercial sourcing experience.
• Previous pharma experience or similar highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key vendors.
• Oversee category management and strategic sourcing.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Strategic thinking

Robust knowledge of sourcing strategies

Ability to influence at senior levels

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

This range is provided by GForce Life Sciences. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90.00/hr - $94.00/hr

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Summary

Our growing, mid‑sized pharmaceutical client has engaged GForce Life Sciences to provide a Strategic Sourcing Manager to manage commercial strategic sourcing and procurement services operations. This consultant is responsible for the sourcing process for various categories such as Media Planning & Buying, Marketing Agencies, Trade Shows, Market Research, Patient Support, and Promotions. The role requires collaboration with business owners and functional sourcing teams to optimize value in purchasing goods and services. The position also involves developing and executing sourcing strategies and category management practices, providing insights into policies, processes, and systems related to strategic sourcing, and partnering with financial teams to identify cost optimization opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key vendors to enable continuous improvements and innovation.
• Oversee category management and strategic sourcing policies, processes, and systems.
• Ensure compliance with sourcing policies and processes and report any deviations.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities based on industry trends and new technology.
• Drive significant sourcing activities, including contract negotiations.
• Execute strategic sourcing vision and strategy in alignment with business needs.
• Develop strategic objectives and establish success measurements (KPIs).
• Maintain sourcing policies and processes to achieve strategic sourcing vision.
• Ensure best practices in sourcing, including spend analysis and contract management.
• Oversee daily sourcing project activities and develop operational metrics for process improvement.
• Partner with business owners and financial operations to meet organizational needs.

Mandatory Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or relevant technical expertise. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ Years of Commercial Category Management experience.
• Minimum 5‑7 yrs commercial sourcing experience with a specialization in one or two categories, as well as previous pharma experience or similar highly regulated environment.
• Robust knowledge of sourcing strategies within pharmaceutical commercial categories.
• Experience in strategic sourcing or procurement roles, with expertise in commercial pharmaceutical procurement.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence at senior levels.
• Strategic thinking and familiarity with emerging procurement technologies.
• Experience in leading large, complex sourcing projects and supporting senior leadership.

Term & Start

• 6‑month contract (opportunity to convert to perm if local)
• Start ASAP
• Full‑time, 40 hours/week
• Local to Princeton, NJ preferred. Open to remote but will not be able to convert to perm
• Benefits available (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Strategy/Planning, Consulting, and Management

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research