Position Overview

The Associate Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement leads and elevates various sub-work streams within the Procurement function. This role will drive best practices among site-based procurement teams, drive adoption of standardized sourcing processes, and lead key strategic sourcing initiatives to deliver cost savings/avoidance, operational efficiencies, supplier performance improvements, risk reduction, and compliance in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strategic sourcing experience in life sciences or biopharma, comfortable managing a small team while partnering cross-functionally to influence outcomes and realize results.

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Drives strategic sourcing initiatives and local/regional category strategy across key indirect categories.
• Leads and oversees end-to-end sourcing events (RFI/RFP/RFQ), supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution in alignment with Legal, Quality, and Compliance requirements.
• Champions strategic sourcing best practices in collaboration with other Fujifilm Biotechnologies sites, including standardized processes and reporting.
• Supports business stakeholders and various partner functions such as Supply Chain, Finance, and Legal to align sourcing strategies with operational needs.
• Supports Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) through vendor performance reviews, scorecards, risk assessments, and corrective action plans where applicable.
• Supports ongoing process improvement across S2P lifecycle.
• Identifies, quantifies, and delivers savings and value (cost savings/avoidance, process efficiencies, operational improvements, etc); track results against targets.
• Supports business continuity and risk management, including dual sourcing, inventory strategies, and contingency planning.
• Ensures compliance with corporate policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements, support audits and documentation readiness.
• Contributes to category strategies led by Global Sourcing and maintain site-specific 1-3 year roadmaps; perform spend analytics, contract lifecycle management, and supplier market analyses.
• Champions change management and stakeholder engagement across sites to enable adoption of Procurement support, tools, and processes.
• Administers company policies such as time off, shift work, and inclement weather that directly impact employees
• Completes required administrative tasks (e.g., timecard approvals, time off approvals, expense reports etc.)
• Coaches and guides direct reports to foster professional development
• Participates in the recruitment process and retention strategies to attract and retain talent, as needed
• Addresses performance gaps, employee questions and concerns, and partners with HR as needed for resolution
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strategic thinking with operational execution (sit local, think global)
• Strong financial acumen and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of process optimization and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma exposure a plus)
• Collaboration and influence across functions and sites
• Integrity, compliance mindset, and attention to detail
• Demonstrates excellent leadership and people management skills
• Demonstrates excellent technical writing skills, and clear oral and written presentation abilities
• Able to effectively communicate with management, peers, and subordinates
• Displays strong organizational skills with an ability to multi-task and coordinate multiple activities in parallel
• Demonstrates problem solving skills and instrument/method troubleshooting skills
• Able to work effectively, independently and within a team framework, across all business areas and levels of the organization
• Ability to coach, lead, and develop individual contributors

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of progressive experience Strategic Sourcing, Category Management and/or similar role OR
• Master's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Category Management and/or similar role.
• Prior management experience.
• Experience running competitive sourcing events and negotiating complex agreements.
• Experience and Familiarity with regulated environments; life
  sciences/pharma/biotech experience strongly preferred.
• Experience and Proficiency with procurement systems and analytics tools (e.g., SAP/Oracle, Jaggaer/Ariba/Coupa, contract management lifecycle tools, spend analytics).
• Experience in Supplier management and risk mitigation

Preferred Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or Category Management role
• 2+ years of direct supervisory experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office, and Smartsheet and ERP systems
  (e.g., SAP)

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection X No Yes
May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. No X Yes
Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck. No X Yes May be required to operate a pallet jack
Ability to discern audible cues. No X Yes
Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color. No X Yes

Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. No X Yes
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 60 minutes
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 60 minutes
Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers. No X Yes
Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. No X Yes
Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. No X Yes If yes, 10 lbs. X 33 lbs., more with assistance
Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" to 60" in height, and use twisting motions. No X Yes

Benefits

Our programs are designed to focus on maintaining and enhancing all pillars of health with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage with the option of a Health Savings Account with company contributions. In addition, we offer an industry leading 401(k) savings plan, insurance coverage, employee assistance programs and various wellness incentives. We support life-work balance with paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays. Explore a supportive environment that enriches both your personal and professional growth!

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