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Strategic Sourcing Manager

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role, you will serve as the Strategic Sourcing Manager for a Raw Materials Category. Reporting to the Associate Director of Strategic Sourcing, you will lead the global sourcing strategy for a Raw Material Category, or combination of categories (Media, Resins, Chemicals, Excipients, Single Use, Filters). This includes identification, evaluation, and negotiations with suppliers to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective sourcing solutions that support our organizational goals. Your responsibilities will include development of Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning, aligned to both Business and Category Strategies, which can include conducting in-depth market analysis, determining and managing the sourcing process, working with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure overall alignment in sourcing activities and engaging with suppliers to achieve optimal terms and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead global sourcing initiatives focused on cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management.

• Manage end-to-end supplier selection, negotiations, contracting, and relationship management.

• Develop and negotiate contracts, ensuring clear scope, deliverables, timelines, and accountability.

• Analyze procurement and supplier data to identify savings opportunities and improve operational efficiency.

• Leverage data and market insights to support strategic sourcing decisions.

• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business objectives and enterprise priorities.

• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships that drive quality, innovation, and long-term value.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation standards.

• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to support effective sourcing execution and continuous improvement.

• Drive collaboration across cross-functional and regional stakeholders to deliver sourcing objectives.

• Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to ensure effective risk management and governance.

• Provide guidance on complex supplier negotiations, RFPs, evaluations, and contract strategies.

• Influence stakeholders and mobilize resources to execute category priorities and achieve business goals.

• Deliver financial results aligned with category objectives, including cost savings and value creation targets.

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The strategic sourcing professional we seek is a collaborative, data-driven, and results-oriented leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree

OR

Master's degree and 2 years of Sourcing experience

OR

Bachelor's degree and 4 years of Sourcing experience

OR

Associate's degree and 8 years of Sourcing experience

OR

High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Sourcing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven Strategic Sourcing Experience

• Strong Supplier Negotiation skills

• Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Tools (e.g., Workday Strategic Sourcing, Sirion Labs) and Contract Legal Management

• Project Management Experience - able to lead teams that cut across geographic and functional boundaries

• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating agreements, including management of redlines, fallback positions, and cross-functional alignment through execution

• Demonstrated leadership in sourcing Raw Materials, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement

• Experience with negotiating with suppliers endemic to this category in Life Sciences, which in some instances may include Academic Institutions

• Deep understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management

• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment

• Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency to navigate Raw Material agreements and deliver business-aligned outcomes.

• Exceptional ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence stakeholders

• Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation

• Understanding of regulatory landscapes with the ability to navigate and manage compliance requirements

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.

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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.

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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