Strategic Sourcing Manager - Contract Manufacturing

Amgen Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 98,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement and Savings Plan

Group medical, dental and vision

Stock-based long-term incentives

Discretionary annual bonus

Flexible work models

Job summary

Amgen Inc. is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager for Contract Manufacturing to lead the global sourcing strategy and supplier negotiations. You will partner with Legal, Compliance, and cross-functional teams to deliver cost-effective, compliant procurement solutions that support enterprise goals.

Key qualifications include advanced degrees with sourcing experience and expertise in CLM tools. A strong track record in managing complex contracts and large cross-functional programs is required.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree with 2+ years Sourcing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years Sourcing experience.
• Associate’s degree with 8+ years Sourcing experience.
• High school diploma/GED with 10+ years Sourcing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract mgmt.
• Draft and negotiate high-volume contracts in time-sensitive env.
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with leadership to align sourcing with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and risk management.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Regulatory understanding

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Workday Strategic Sourcing

Sirion Labs

Ariba

ERP systems

Advanced analytics tools

Job description

Career Category Procurement Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline and portfolio of medicines to treat heart disease, obesity and obesity-related conditions, rare diseases, inflammatory conditions and cancer. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Strategic Sourcing Manager - Contract Manufacturing

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will serve as the Strategic Sourcing Manager for Contract Manufacturing. Reporting to the Internal & External Manufacturing Business Partner, you will lead the global sourcing strategy for contract manufacturing. This includes identification, evaluation, and negotiations with suppliers to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective sourcing solutions that support our organizational goals. Your responsibilities will include development of Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning, aligned to both Business and Category Strategies, which can include conducting in-depth market analysis, determining and managing the sourcing process, working with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities and engaging with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and performance.

Responsibilities:

Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives, responsible for cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management, including contracting strategies and negotiation plans for complex external engagement. Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract management (end to end) to ensure best-in-class procurement practices. Develop contract requirements with business partners, including clear scope, deliverables, responsibilities, timelines, and consequences for failure to perform. Draft and negotiate high volume of contracts in time sensitive environment while utilizing developed Law contract templates and resources. Analyze large datasets related to procurement, supplier performance, and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies. Utilize data analytics tools to generate insights, create reports, and support strategic decision-making. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader across the organization, delivering insights on market trends, supplier capabilities and best sourcing strategies with accountability back to those leaders based on outcomes. Understand and influence business needs to drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities in a proactive manner. Establish and manage key supplier relationships to enhance quality, innovation, and long-term value. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives. Work effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills. Work closely with Procurement Commercial Category team to ensure sourcing execution alignment with the overall procurement strategy. Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. Guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring that sourcing execution meets the diverse needs of the organization and is implemented effectively. Ensure that all Contract Manufacturing procurement activities are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with best practices. Collaborate with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee the strategic approach to complex negotiations for contracts, providing guidance and ensuring that the right processes and frameworks are in place for RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development. Maturity to activate procurement resources towards category priorities while managing expectations with stakeholders. Responsible to deliver results aligned to Financial targets aligned and set by the Category Team, while also informing cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing.

What we expect of you

The strategic sourcing professional we seek is a collaborative and results-driven leader with the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Sourcing experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years Sourcing experience
• Associate’s degree and 8 years of Sourcing experience
• High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Sourcing experience

Preferred Qualifications

Proven Strategic Sourcing Experience
Strong Supplier Negotiation skills
Experience with Global Procurement e‑Sourcing and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Tools (e.g., Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs) and Contract Legal Management Project Management Experience – able to lead teams that cut across geographic and functional boundaries
Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating agreements, including management of redlines, fallback positions, and cross-functional alignment through execution
Demonstrated leadership in sourcing Contract Manufacturing, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement
Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions
Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate Contract Manufacturing services agreements and deliver business‑aligned outcomes.
Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence stakeholders
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision‑making and process automation
Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements.

What you can expect from us

From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
• Group medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan
• Stock‑based long‑term incentives
• Award‑winning time‑off plans
• Flexible work models where possible.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Salary Range

98,290.60USD -132,981.40 USD

About Amgen

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen.