Associate Director, Procurement

Role: Associate Director, Category Lead - Marketing & Sales Procurement, focusing on strategic sourcing and supplier management for Alkermes' commercial functions. Responsibilities: develop and implement global category strategies across advertising, media, digital marketing, market research, promotional materials, patient services, and commercial outsourcing; serve as the procurement partner to senior business stakeholders; lead supplier negotiations, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with procurement policies; drive value creation, cost optimization, and risk mitigation through market intelligence and supplier performance management; oversee cross-functional sourcing teams and mentor procurement staff. Qualifications: Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, or Life Sciences; 8-10+ years in procurement with at least 5 years supporting Marketing, Sales, or Commercial Operations; experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing supplier relationships; strong project and change management skills. Preferred: MBA, pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience, professional procurement certification, and global procurement experience. HighValue: focus on marketing and sales categories within the biopharma sector, supporting commercial launch activities, and working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. WorkSetup: hybrid role based in Waltham, MA, with up to 20% domestic and international travel.