Supplier Operations Analyst

biomarin; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

bioMarin in San Rafael, California is looking for a Supplier Operations Analyst to manage supplier onboarding processes and enhance supplier relationships within the Global Procurement Operations team. The role focuses on troubleshooting issues, developing training, and streamlining supplier interactions using SAP systems.

Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement and supply chain management, along with a Bachelor's degree. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Ariba/SAP modules relevant to supplier management.
• Specific knowledge and expertise in Ariba and SAP Business Network.
• Experience with SRM processes and tools is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onboarding new suppliers into the SAP system.
• Maintain supplier master data within SAP.
• Resolve supplier-related issues within SAP.
• Communicate with suppliers and stakeholders to address questions.
• Contribute to optimizing supplier-related processes within SAP.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Team Collaboration

Source to Pay mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Microsoft Office suite

DocuSign

Coupa

Job description

Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well‑understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first‑to‑market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

The Supplier Operations Analyst at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is responsible for managing supplier onboarding processes and enhancing supplier relationships within the Global Procurement Operations team. The role involves troubleshooting supplier issues, developing training programs, streamlining supplier interactions and data within the Ariba/SAP system and ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for suppliers. The analyst will also focus on process improvements and act as a subject‑matter expert in the supplier information management, contributing to the company’s growth and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the process of onboarding new suppliers, ensuring they are properly integrated into the SAP system and can effectively utilize it.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date supplier master data within SAP, ensuring quality data and consistency.
• Resolve supplier‑related issues within SAP, such as data discrepancies, process errors, and system errors.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to address questions, provide training, and ensure clear communication.
• Contribute to the optimization of supplier‑related processes within SAP, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions.
• Develop training materials and documentation to support supplier and internal user adoption of SAP systems.

Required Skills

• Stakeholder Management: build credibility through strong relationships and a solid track record of results, via a collaborative approach. Ability to develop a wide network of relationships across various functions and foster cross‑functional alignment; become the point of contact and expertise for all things related to supplier management.
• Team Collaboration: align with peers to develop and operational strategies; ensure alignment with overall GSP goals; closely partner with functional owners across the company.
• Source to Pay mindset: demonstrate a deep and wide knowledge of the source‑to‑pay process; including supporting technology to optimize operations.
• Ways of Working: evolve procurement practices and standards that may be rapidly changing internally and externally.
• Communication: skilled in written and verbal communication.

Skills Required

• Demonstrated experience in Ariba/SAP modules relevant to supplier management.
• Specific knowledge and expertise in Ariba and SAP Business Network.
• Experience with SRM processes and tools is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), as well as PDF editing tools (e.g., Adobe Acrobat).
• Working knowledge of other supplier management systems and procurement platforms (e.g., DocuSign, Coupa).
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends and propose solutions to problems.
• Results‑driven mindset and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills with comfort working cross‑functionally to gather information and resolve conflicts.
• Motivated, high‑energy, curious, self‑starter and strong business mindset.
• Familiarity with SAP data structures, configuration, and workflows.

Qualifications

Minimum Level of Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management or related field.

Area of Specialization: Experience in procurement and supply chain management in global capacity, preferably within the pharmaceutical sector.

• Experience in SLP and/or procurement operations.
• Experience in systems administration and process management.
• Experience working in a matrix (global/ regional) business environment.
• Strong networking skills and a proven ability to build productive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders and business partners.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communications, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work in high‑pressure environment, often under tight deadlines.

Travel Requirement: Limited travel may be required to BioMarin Offices.

Note: This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.