Sourcing Execution Manager IV- #26-13985

Duration: 12 months Description: The Strategic Sourcing Execution Manager, Research & Development IV tasks include: At the direction of R&D Sourcing leadership: o Develop and enable sourcing strategies that align with the needs of the business while meeting financial, operational, risk, quality, regulatory, and assurance of supply/services control objectives. o Oversight of key supplier relationships through supplier performance and relationship measurement, overall governance, and alignment to business and objectives. o Ensure and monitor compliance with sourcing policies and processes through stakeholder communication, training, and the identification & reporting of exceptions/deviations. o Drive savings on all sourcing activities o Execute high value and high impact sourcing activities with cross-functional teams by assessing the category market, collecting business requirements, soliciting RFx’s, leading contractual and rate card negotiations and ensuring the strategic contractual infrastructure is in place to support business priorities o Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards. Assess and mitigate supplier risks, driving quality and adhering to regulatory guidelines. o Produce measurements of success (KPIs) and appropriate processes to capture, consolidate and report on sourcing performance and outcome versus objectives to business partners. o Provide regular reporting and tracking of overall sourcing initiatives and their progress, including issues, risks, and other important observations as needed. o Provide category expertise to business partners regarding changes in the category supplier landscape including new and existing suppliers. o Ensures the appropriate controls are in place to meet regulatory requirements (i.e. J-sox, Third Party Risk Management, etc.). o Execute in alignment with *** best practices including spend analysis, usage of RFx tools and templates, contract management, establishment of Preferred Supplier Programs, and ensuring all sourcing savings are realized into the financials. o Negotiate Master Services Agreements and Amendments; Task Orders and change orders o Other activities or projects as assigned. Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrated Strategic Sourcing experience within the Pharmaceutical or Biotech R&D categories demonstrated expertise in the discipline.
• Experience in executing R&D sourcing projects yielding preferred or strategic partnerships.
• Strong sourcing expertise, deep category knowledge, and a collaborative approach to business partnering.
• Experience in interacting with senior level stakeholders and suppliers.
• Basic understanding of ICH E6 guidelines and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Sciences or relevant technical expertise. About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. AI Statement: By applying, you acknowledge that AI-assisted tools may be used during hiring.