HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of.Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager - Direct Materials - DevicesLiveWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will report into the Direct Materials & Distribution Director within Global Strategic Sourcing (GSS). You will be responsible for developing the sourcing strategy, leading supplier selection and negotiations, and supplier relationship strategy for the Device category ($400M spend.) The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be accountable for understanding the business and category strategy and then developing comprehensive strategic sourcing strategies to meet the vital objectives and maximum value delivery to Amgen internal customers, shareholders and patients.As a Strategic Sourcing Senior Manager you will:
Serve as the strategic sourcing expert, leading the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle in drug delivery devices
Develop strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key category managers and internal customers to understand internal needs and strategies
Develop deep supplier relationships and expert understanding of the supply market
Deliver supplier relationship strategies in line with supplier segmentation, category strategy and business needs
Collaborate to build a multi-year strategy for the category that will deliver year over year efficiency and value; Measure and manage supplier performance
Lead negotiations, contract management and strategy for the related supply base
Provide subject matter advice to internal and external customer groups addressing current/future business needs, demonstrating marketplace knowledge
Act as a trusted business advisor, providing thought leadership and consistent customer service
Lead and influence customer groups with sound and articulate case recommendations with quantifiable financial benefits
Ability to effectively communicate strategies, drive decisions and challenge partners
Be a champion of Productivity and Supply Assurance efforts within the category
Own the strategic sourcing process and the frame-work and set of practices
Act as an ambassador for the GSS function and a key point of contact for the category, both within and outside of GSS
Effectively drive cross-category collaboration where ‘overlapping’ partner groups, geographic regions and / or requirements exist
Manage, minimize and mitigate supply/contractual/regulatory risk by bringing to bear other key Amgen functions where appropriate
Develop and model multiple cases to demonstrate the potential opportunities and impact of options across a category
Develop baseline cost analysis and cost models to accurately represent current state and ability to build dynamic total cost of ownership models with multiple scenarios in order to evaluate and quantify value
WinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The procurement professional we seek is an innovator with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree and 2 years of Procurement with any combination of Finance, Engineering, Contract Manufacturing or Raw Material experience; OR
Master’s degree and 4 years of Procurement with any combination of Finance, Engineering, Contract Manufacturing or Raw Material experience; OR
Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of Procurement with any combination of Finance, Engineering, Contract Manufacturing or Raw Material experience; OR
Associate’s degree and 10 years of Procurement with any combination of Finance, Engineering, Contract Manufacturing or Raw Material experience; OR
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Procurement with any combination of Finance, Engineering, Contract Manufacturing or Raw Material experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Solid understanding of procurement/sourcing/category management methodology and able to drive value for customers improving fit-for-purpose sourcing levers
Excellent and disciplined project management and prioritization skills with ability to react to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently
Ability to conform to shifting priorities and have ability to drive multiple simultaneous
Strong eye for business in order to quickly understand functional/category dynamics and develop category strategies that drive value
Ability to deliver complex multi-regional and/or global projects in a matrixed and global environment
Broad knowledge of the market forces shaping a customer’s business context (e.g. supplier
Ability to understand external market information, including ability to conduct benchmarking to address cost, quality, risk and innovation considerations
Ability to understand cost drivers, internal costs and future demand and re requirements
Ability to provide thought leadership, ability to influence and actively shape strategy
Strong financial savvy and problem-solving skills
Strong executive communicator with the ability to create and communicate complex cases in a simple and effective manner
ThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible
Apply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.comApplication deadlineAmgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and toreceive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
