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Contract Manufacturing Manager Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

$148 - $200/hr

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In this vital role you will oversee the operations and management of Procurement's Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing team at Amgen. This position will play an accountable role in driving the ...

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Manufacturing Engineer - Team Lead

Louisville, KY · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

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  • PTO

... Contract Manufacturing. The successful candidate will lead and mentor a team of engineers ... Core responsibilities include managing the transition of products from development to pilot and ...

$110 - $160/hr

Evaluating and managing contract manufacturing strategies. * Cost and margin optimization at high production volumes. Experience in an established factory is valuable, but candidates who have built ...

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Manufacturing Engineer II

Lexington, KY · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Serve as a technical point of contact for clients and contract manufacturing services. * Develop ... Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred ...

Manufacturing Engineer II

Lexington, KY · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Serve as a technical point of contact for clients and contract manufacturing services. * Develop ... Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred ...

Manufacturing Engineer II

Lexington, KY · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Serve as a technical point of contact for clients and contract manufacturing services. * Develop ... Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Preferred ...

$150 - $200/hr

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... Requisition ID: 1095 Contract Manufacturing | Onsite - Central Florida Director of Product ... Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Supervisory Responsibility * Direct ...

$174 - $353/hr

This role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 7-10 years of management experience in the Networking/Communications hardware industry, including hands-on expertise with Contract Manufacturing (CM ...

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$174 - $353/hr

This role is ideal for someone with a minimum of 7-10 years of management experience in the Networking/Communications hardware industry, including hands-on expertise with Contract Manufacturing (CM ...

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$108 - $131/hr

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  • Dental

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Five (5) or more years of experience in contract administration, commercial management, pricing, finance, or a related field within manufacturing or another complex business-to-business environment.

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$120 - $160/hr

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Build and maintain strong relationships with key pharma, device, and contract manufacturing ... Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, service, cost, and compliance dimensions.

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$103 - $165/hr

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Provides controls engineering support and guidance for contract manufacturing teams to include ... Manages and/or participates in major capital and expense facility projects in a manner that is ...

$80 - $100/hr

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Armed with exceptional CRM discipline, a passion for continuous technical learning, and a ... Experience with aerospace, defense, medical, energy, contract manufacturing, or advanced ...

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... contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and ... Project Management Location: Lexington Job Overview Reporting to the Director of Project Management ...

$95 - $115/hr

Nolato is a global leader in precision injection molding and contract manufacturing for the world ... Managing Director Description: The Production Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day ...

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$98 - $125/hr

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Experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers. Job Criteria * Strong ... Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. * Effective communication skills ...

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How much do contract manufacturing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract manufacturing manager in Kentucky is $86,156.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,300.00 and $102,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a contract manufacturing manager do?

A Contract Manufacturing Manager oversees outsourced production processes to ensure product quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. They collaborate with external manufacturers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to maintain compliance and performance standards. Additionally, they work closely with internal teams such as procurement, quality assurance, and supply chain to align manufacturing with business goals. Their role is crucial in optimizing production efficiency while meeting regulatory and company requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract manufacturing manager?

To excel as a Contract Manufacturing Manager, a strong background in supply chain management, quality assurance, and manufacturing processes is essential, typically supported by a degree in engineering, operations, or a related field. Experience with ERP systems, project management software, and knowledge of regulatory requirements such as GMP or ISO certifications are highly valued. Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills help build effective partnerships with vendors and cross-functional teams. These skills enable managers to ensure product quality, optimize costs, and maintain smooth collaboration between internal teams and external manufacturing partners.

What are some typical challenges faced by contract manufacturing managers and how are they addressed?

Contract Manufacturing Managers often face challenges such as navigating differences in production quality, meeting delivery timelines, and managing effective communication between internal teams and external suppliers. Addressing these issues requires proactive vendor management, clear contract terms, and frequent site visits or audits to ensure compliance with quality standards. Developing contingency plans and fostering collaborative relationships are also key to resolving unexpected disruptions or changes in production requirements. By staying organized and building strong partnerships, successful managers keep projects on track and maintain consistent product quality.

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Infographic showing various Contract Manufacturing Manager job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 2% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,156 per year, or $41.4 per hour.

Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Associate Director

Amgen Inc. (IR)

On-site

$148 - $200/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Associate DirectorSkip to main content#Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Associate Director page is loaded## Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing Associate DirectorApplyremote type: Remotelocations: United States - Remotetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-252136## **Career Category**Procurement## ## **Job Description**## Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.**Global Procurement Associate Director – Strategic Sourcing Lead**## **What you will do**Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. We are seeking an individual who thrives in ambiguity and is capable of driving strategic sourcing excellence with strategic vision and capability. In this vital role you will oversee the operations and management of Procurement’s Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing team at Amgen. This position will play an accountable role in driving the team’s execution and delivery of strategic sourcing priorities in line with Amgen’s External Supply committed financial targets and goals while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and driving continuous improvement in procurement against Amgen’s Business Objectives. Reporting to Procurement’s Business Partner Lead for Internal and External Manufacturing, you will develop and execute the procurement sourcing strategies for Contract Manufacturing to address business needs while achieving best practice outcomes.**Roles & Responsibilities:*** Lead Global Procurement’s Contract Manufacturing Strategic Sourcing team, providing direction, mentorship, and execution leadership to achieve business goals through supplier sourcing and partnering; actively challenge work to deploy the most comprehensive and creative solutions; remove barriers for team to ensure its ability to implement sourcing deliverables.* Drive continuous improvement through sourcing initiatives by identifying opportunities & inefficiencies, recommending solutions for YoY value capture of savings, and implementing strategic outcomes drive out of Global Procurement’s Category Management team.* Champion ownership and delivery of annual savings and value plans across Amgen’s Contract Manufacturing sourcing plans that alignment with category and business strategies delivered against Finance’s annual budget plan* Be a trusted advisor to External Supply – with ability to grow and maintain influence of Sourcing Agenda with business executives* Be a Procurement leader with strong financial competence, experienced with accountability to business partner with Finance executives* Develop team capabilities and cultivate a culture of diversity and inclusion, with a commitment to continuous improvement in sourcing & contracting processes, tools and operating model; Develop goals and prioritize team's work among multiple initiatives; Managerial courage to provide performance feedback* Support Sourcing Managers to connect the dots and translate strategic programs into sourcing deliverables and outcomes* Curate supplier partnerships while deepening Sourcing team’s knowledge of external supplier capabilities and innovative opportunities, accessed though Strategic Sourcing* Identify and mitigate supply risk while ensuring Sourcing deliverables adhere to regulatory requirements (e.g., GLP, GMP, ISO) and drive business performance while connecting outcomes to business goals and performance metrics* Monitor and report on Strategic Sourcing performance metrics, making necessary adjustments to meet organizational goals and identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.* Evaluate and implement, through Sourcing, process improvement, environmental sustainability & supplier diversity and automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and support long-term goals.* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practices, maintaining and evolving Amgen’s contractual position in order to drive competitive advantage for Amgen.## **What we expect of you**We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a person with these qualifications.**Basic Qualifications:*** Doctorate degree and 3 years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Operations (preferably in a regulated industry) experience* Master’s degree and 7 years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Operations (preferably in a regulated industry) experience* Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Operations (preferably in a regulated industry) experience* Associate’s degree and 12 years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Operations (preferably in a regulated industry) experience* High school diploma / GED and 14 years of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or Operations (preferably in a regulated industry) experience* In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have a minimum of 3 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above**Preferred Skills:*** In-depth knowledge of Strategic Sourcing best practices across Contract Manufacturing category* Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GLP, GMP, ISO, OSHA).* Proven ability to lead and manage teams in a procurement environment supporting various expenditures (e.g., capital, COGM, COS)* Strong analytical skills to monitor performance metrics, optimize sourcing deliverables, and ensure compliance.* Strong verbal and written communication skills with Executives* Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams* Ability to lead through ambiguity* High degree of initiative and self-motivation* Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully* Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals## **What you can expect of us**As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:* A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts* A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan* Stock-based long-term incentives* Award-winning time-off plans* Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.## Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.## **careers.amgen.com**In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.## Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.## ## SponsorshipSponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation..**Salary Range**147,939.10USD -200,152.90 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr