Buyer

Job Description

About This Role
The Buyer is a cross-functional individual contributor responsible for ensuring that GMP raw / direct materials are procured according to established policies, strategies and procedures, while maximizing Biogen’s returns on its external spend. The ultimate deliverable from this position is on-time and compliant procurement of all goods and services needed to execute production campaigns in manufacturing. In addition, all transactions need to ensure minimization of Excess and Obsolescence (E&O), as well as a cost-containment focus. This role reports into the Sr. Manager, Global Procurement, Direct Materials.

What You'll Do
• Ensure all procurement transactions have the proper due diligence review performed and documented prior to conversion into a purchase order.
• Responsible for interfacing with Inventory Planning group to execute a purchasing strategy that is intended to ensure 100% compliance with financial objectives and site manufacturing goals.
• Interact with suppliers on the communication of purchase orders, status, confirmation and delivery.
• Resolve any supplier issues and escalate as needed. Participate in meetings to review and resolve supplier delays/issues.
• Ensure supply agreement terms and conditions are adhered to and followed.
• Supplier interactions are focused on exchanging information related to lead times, discounts based on quantity ordered and any specific issues at vendor sites that may jeopardize on-time procurement.

Qualifications

Who You Are
You have experience with purchasing in a GMP regulated industry, preferably with purchasing raw materials (e.g., chemicals, filters, consumables, etc.). You enjoy collaborating with diverse subject-matter experts and can work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of cGMP’s and governing policies with a minimum of 1-3 years of raw materials purchasing or related work experience in a GMP regulated industry or similar preferred
• Ability to prioritize competing activities and independently manage your time
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Workable knowledge interacting with an ERP system (SAP/Oracle)
• Ability to run reports and update metrics as needed
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present data in a logical and understandable manner to an internal and external audience

Education
• University degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience required. CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Chain) a plus

Additional Information

Global Business Services
The Global Business Services (GBS) team is an organization established to transform Biogen’s business processes, a platform to scale global operations, fuel commercial growth and the innovation pipeline. Further, GBS provides added value by developing and delivering a suite of business solutions and support services that are appreciated by internal customers. GBS provides services by leveraging a global delivery model, operational transparency and metrics, leveraging global best practices, and a service-oriented process improvement culture.

The vision of GBS at Biogen is to be recognized as a world-class Global Business Services organization driven by the desire for excellence in its people, business solutions, execution and partnerships with internal customers. The GBS team champions building a continuous improvement culture that other parts of the organization recognize and seek out for business support. We are a performance-based culture organization supported by tools, training, and well-defined accountability, where people can build their career or prepare for a role in the wider business or elsewhere within GBS. We seek individuals who can enhance our team with their knowledge, skills, innovation, collaboration and “can do” attitude.

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.