Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Job Description

About The Role
The Manager, Strategic Sourcing will be responsible for creating sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories in support of Human Resources (benefits, training, recruiting, relocation and other related services) and Professional Services: Consulting, Finance, and Legal. The Manager, Strategic Sourcing will also identify and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with stakeholders. This role will report into the Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing. 

This is a hybrid role that requires part-time work on-site
What You’ll Do
• Develop, implement and refine global sourcing strategies that result in enhanced value, revenue, breakthrough total-cost reduction and continuous improvement for spend in assigned categories
• Proactively engage with business leaders and internal stakeholders to understand, create alignment and help achieve their business strategies and objectives.
• Conduct and interpret market-intelligence information.
• Perform industry, supply market and supply chain research/analytics.
• Uncover trends and best practices in category sourcing and outsourcing.
• Share knowledge, insight and advice in a way that contributes to long-term business strategies.
• Identify demand management opportunities and incorporate into appropriate strategies.
• Incorporate strategic sourcing methodology and tools that drive continuous improvement and optimize quality, cost, customer focus, innovation and relationship development within assigned categories.
• Develop Requests for Proposal, Quotes, and Information as required for each sourcing initiative and drive the proposal review and Supplier selection/award processes with the internal Stakeholders
• Build strong, enduring relationships with stakeholder groups, and act as key escalation point for internal customers and cross-functional partners.
• Develop analytical presentations in support of Procurement recommendations to meet internal stakeholder requirements and company financial goals.
• Identify, drive and sponsor continuous improvement projects to build scalable capabilities and improve the efficiency of existing processes.

Qualifications

Who You Are
You are a procurement professional with experience in Professional Services and Human Resources categories. You enjoy collaborating with diverse subject-matter experts to develop process improvements and create category strategies. 
• Minimum of 5+ years of procurement experience including strategic sourcing, negotiations and category management 
• Experienced negotiator with working knowledge of terms and conditions, redlining, and working with Legal team to mitigate risk and ensure best value terms for the company
• Strong analytical skills which provide insights and formulate recommendations using data driven solutions.
• Ability to effectively collaborate, build relationships and influence peers and key stakeholders 
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to the given audience. Can present information in a clear and concise manner
• Project management skills with ability to plan tasks, assign resources, manage progress, remove barriers, manage change and resolve conflict 
Education

• Undergraduate degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience required

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.