Sourcing Manager

Under limited supervision, responsible for developing, monitoring, and pursuing tactical and strategic initiatives/projects in a specialized area (e.g., commodities, vendor/contract relationships, or supplier management). Prepares analytical reports and forecasts in order to track product costs. Recommends appropriate course of action to senior purchasing/sourcing leaders. Works closely with other purchasing/sourcing staff to ensure total cost productivity.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance)
Manage complex supplier portfolio of $50M-$250M of COGS.
Negotiate supply contracts with selected suppliers to obtain best commercial and business conditions.
Support company objectives and assist in maximizing gross margin through joint cooperation with production and marketing to negotiate and implement supply contracts with optimal conditions.
Source lab supplies, lab equipment and instrumentation, chemicals, and life science products distribution and support our Avantor branded production facilities.
Prepare bid packages and tender, analyze results, shortlist suppliers, conduct post tender negotiations and finalize contract.
Work with Avantor Global Sourcing to consolidate and leverage global purchase requirements.
Liaise with legal counsel to ensure contracts comply to legal standards and requirements.
Conduct the annual price collection and negotiation program for contracts.
Monitor performance.
Analyze Spend Data and identify potential cost saving programs, develop these programs and drive them through execution.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications)
Degree in business, supply chain, or other applicable field; advanced degree preferable
8+ years of applicable business experience
3+ years leadership experience
Working experience in lab supplies industry, chemical research, chemical technology or pharmaceutical production, or in any kind of scientific field
Industry purchasing experience in consumables, lab equipment, or chemicals such as raw materials and industrial packaging.
Experience in tender business of commodities or raw materials/chemicals.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)
Strong Negotiation skills – Ability to negotiate assertively and effectively at all levels
Understanding of the key aspects of Avantor business, economic factors & environment and the laboratory and production market in all market segments
Strong project leader capabilities – ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Strong presentation skills and able to sell Avantor capabilities and expertise to suppliers
Ability to organize, conduct projects and to analyze and solve issues at human, cultural and professional levels
Basic knowledge about laboratory and/or chemical regulations.
Fluent in English, any other European language is an advantage
Pro-active and able to work individually, as well as, be a good team player
Market intelligence of manufacturers of lab supplies, lab equipment or instruments or chemicals/reagents and chemical dealers
An appreciation and knowledge of contract law and international trading
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)
Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.
Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.
A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.
Frequent travel required.
Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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