Category Buyer Raw Materials - BioProcess Materials - Consumable, SUT, Chromatog, Resin, Media

Sanofi - Swiftwater, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Swiftwater, PA

10,001+ employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

As a Category Buyer Raw Materials - Bio Process Materials at Sanofi, you will play a crucial role in developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies for bioprocess raw materials and single-use technologies. This position is integral to ensuring supply security and cost-effectiveness, directly impacting the company's revenue and supporting multiple product launches in the pharmaceutical sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative sub-category strategies that have measurable benefit for Sanofi.
• Negotiate worldwide and deliver savings based on anticipation and consolidation of all business needs.
• Drive major transversal category initiatives to build up state of the art practices and innovation in sourcing.
• Leverage both generative and predictive Artificial Intelligence in sourcing, scenario, and result augmentation.
• Ensure procurement technical excellence such as TCO, SRM, Market Intelligence, Risk Management, Innovation, Digital, CSR, HSE, compliance, quality at Global Level.
• Manage Global Business Reviews with strategic partners to ensure ambition and execution in both sides.
• Directly impact a €10 billion company revenue and support over 6 product launches in new vaccines over the next 5 years.
• Oversee key account management for strategic suppliers managing relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited University or 10 years of relevant experience.
• Strategic Sourcing for Bioprocess Materials in R&D or in Manufacturing, specifically in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Supplier landscape know-how & demonstrated track record of achieving significant cost savings.
• Strong understanding of raw materials' procurement value chain from R&D up to LCM, their supply chain dynamics and industry trends.
• Good knowledge of bioprocess suppliers' landscapes along with their respective capabilities.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills with the ability to lead complex supplier relationships.
• Excellent command of English; French is a plus.

Benefits

• High-quality healthcare coverage
• Prevention and wellness programs
• At least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Thoughtful rewards package recognizing contributions