Manager, Global Procurement

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a Manager Global Procurement International Markets Japan to join our Global Procurement team, supporting our Japan market in a hybrid work model. In this role, you will deliver procurement activities and sourcing priorities for Japan while collaborating with collaborators, country leads, and category teams. This position offers the opportunity to supply to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a relevant difference to patients worldwide.

Tokyo, Japan

Hybrid

• Partner with collaborators and Global Procurement to deliver local execution of global priorities.
• Implement global category strategies across sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationship management.
• Provide Japan market input to strengthen global category strategies.
• Review contracts and monitor country spend trends using data insights.
• Partner with collaborators to understand strategy, budgets, and future requirements.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting activities supporting business needs.
• Drive value through cost savings, cash flow improvement, and procurement efficiencies.
• You thrive in a changing environment and help drive continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5+ years of indirect procurement experience.
• Dynamic procurement experience, preferably within Pharma or Biopharma.
• Experience across Commercial, Corporate/Indirect, and Research & Development categories preferred.
• Experience leading or supporting global category teams, processes, and suppliers.
• Expertise in sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of supply market evaluation, risk, compliance, and financial assessment tools.
• Ability to build influential collaborator and supplier relationships.
• Knowledge of rates, unit costs, costing structures, and supply market dynamics.
• Working knowledge of sourcing, contracting, Enterprise Resource Planning systems, and eRFx platforms preferred, including Oracle, Zycus, GEP, or Ariba.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use data and market intelligence to support decision-making.
• Ability to operate with integrity, focus, and clarity in ambiguous environments.
• Collaboration and cross-functional partnership skills.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate.  The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.  Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

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