Strategic Sourcing Manager

Role: Strategic Sourcing Manager for Raw Materials at Amgen, responsible for leading global sourcing strategies across categories such as Media, Resins, Chemicals, Excipients, Single Use, and Filters. Objectives include optimizing costs, managing supplier performance, and mitigating risks. Responsibilities encompass end-to-end supplier selection, negotiations, contract development, data analysis for savings opportunities, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration to align sourcing with business goals. Qualifications: Doctorate, or Master’s with 2+ years, Bachelor’s with 4+ years, or equivalent experience in sourcing. Preferred skills include proven strategic sourcing expertise, strong negotiation, experience with procurement tools (e.g., Workday, Ariba), project management, and supplier relationship management within life sciences, especially in Raw Materials categories. High-Value: Experience negotiating with raw material suppliers within biotech or pharma, knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements, and leading complex global projects in a matrix environment. Collaboration involves working with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams. Work setup: Not specified; likely hybrid or remote based on organizational needs.