Comparator Sourcing & Procurement Specialist
Skills
Analytical SkillsBiotechnologyCSCPCritical Path MethodMatrixgoldMedical DevicesNegotiation
What the job involves
The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.
Requirements
- Advanced Degree plus 3 years of procurement/sourcing experience or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of procurement/sourcing experience
- Background in business supply chain management engineering life sciences pharmacy or related field
- Professional certifications such as CPSM CSCP CPM or MCIPS desirable
- Proven success in strategic sourcing supplier negotiations and contract management
- Experience sourcing comparator drugs ancillary supplies or clinical trial materials preferred
- Experience in regulated industries such as life sciences clinical research pharmaceuticals biotechnology or medical devices preferred
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical supply chains global sourcing markets and supplier networks highly desirable
- Experience with pharmaceutical manufacturers wholesalers and specialty suppliers preferred
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities
- Proficiency with ERP systems spend analytics and procurement tools
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to build consensus and collaborate across global matrix organizations
- Demonstrated success in achieving cost savings and process improvements
- Strong project management capabilities
- Ability to travel 5-25% as required
- Fluency in English required additional languages beneficial
- Comprehensive understanding of procurement best practices processes and methodologies
- Experience with continuous improvement and lean methodologies
- Demonstrated negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and PowerPoint
Nice to have
- Analytical
- Strategic
- Collaborative
- Relationship-focused
- Detail-oriented
Day to day
- Manage and enhance strategic sourcing initiatives for comparator drugs
- Partner with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies that secure reliable and cost-effective supply for clinical studies
- Negotiate pricing and commercial terms while building strategic supplier relationships and supporting global clinical trial requirements
- Deliver value through cost savings risk mitigation and supply chain optimization while monitoring market trends and supply risks