Specialist, Supplier Relationship Management

Specialist, Supplier Relationship Management

Do you want to be part of an inclusive team that works to develop innovative therapies for patients? Every day, we are driven to develop and deliver innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians.  If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas!

Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world. For more information on Astellas, please visit our website at www.astellas.com.

This position is based in Northbrook, Illinois. Hybrid work from certain states may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines. Candidates interested in hybrid work are encouraged to apply. 

Purpose:

Responsible for designing, implementing, and documenting a comprehensive IT Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Program for DigitalX. This role will also be responsible for managing key supplier relationships, overseeing supplier performance, stakeholder satisfaction, and governance to drive performance, innovation, and compliance across the DigitalX supplier base. 

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Program Design & Implementation: 

• Develop and launch a global IT SRM framework and processes that include segmentation, governance, performance management, and innovation tracking.
• Create and maintain documentation including SOPs, playbooks, and governance charters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (IT, Procurement, Legal, Risk, Finance) to align SRM processes with enterprise goals.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of IT suppliers.
• Lead regular performance reviews, issue resolution, and joint improvement initiatives with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations, SLAs, and regulatory requirements.

Contract & Risk Oversight

• Manage contract lifecycle activities including renewals, amendments, and negotiations.
• Partner with Legal and Risk teams to ensure governance and risk mitigation strategies are in place.
• Track and report on supplier risk indicators and audit findings and implement corrective actions as needed.

Technology & Reporting

• Utilize SRM platforms (e.g., Vizibl, ServiceNow, Ariba) to automate reporting and enable real-time visibility into supplier performance.
• Develop dashboards and analytics to support strategic decision-making and executive reporting.:

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IT supplier management, preferably in pharmaceutical / life sciences or other highly regulated industry.
• Proven experience designing and operationalizing SRM programs at scale.
• Strong understanding of IT contract structures, compliance, and risk management.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across global teams.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (MS Excel, in particular).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree (e.g. Master of Business Administration).
• Consulting Experience.
• Experience working in the Pharmaceutical or other highly regulated industry.
• ServiceNow experience.
• Experience with Data Analytics and Visualization tools (e.g. Qlik, Power BI, etc.)

 Working Environment:

Hybrid work arrangements (on-site/work from home) from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines

Salary Range: $141,400-$222,200 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations).

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Company-paid fleet vehicle for eligible positions
• Referral bonus program

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