Manager I, Sourcing

Avantor is looking for a Manager I, Sourcing to join our Global MarketSource Team.

The Manager will lead a highperforming sourcing team to craft and execute strategic procurement plans, negotiate complex supplier contracts, and influence senior stakeholders-driving operational excellence, crossfunctional alignment, and measurable business results.

What we're looking for

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or other applicable field; Master degree preferred
• Experience:
  • 8+ years of applicable working experience in lab supplies industry, chemical research, chemical technology or pharmaceutical production, or in any kind of scientific field is required
  • Industry purchasing experience in consumables, lab equipment, or chemicals such as raw materials and industrial packaging.
  • Experience in tender business of commodities or raw materials/chemicals.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Fluency in any European language (other than English) is an advantage

How you will thrive and create an impact

• Manage complex supplier portfolio of $50M-$250M of COGS.
• Negotiate supply contracts with selected suppliers to obtain best commercial and business conditions.
• Support company objectives and assist in maximizing gross margin through joint cooperation with production and marketing to negotiate and implement supply contracts with optimal conditions.
• Source lab supplies, lab equipment and instrumentation, chemicals, and life science products distribution and support our Avantor branded production facilities.
• Prepare bid packages and tender, analyze results, shortlist suppliers, conduct post tender negotiations and finalize contract.
• Work with Avantor Global Sourcing to consolidate and leverage global purchase requirements.
• Liaise with legal counsel to ensure contracts comply to legal standards and requirements.
• Conduct the annual price collection and negotiation program for contracts.
• Monitor performance.
• Analyze Spend Data and identify potential cost saving programs, develop these programs and drive them through execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Strong Negotiation skills - Ability to negotiate assertively and effectively at all levels.
• Understanding of the key aspects of Avantor business, economic factors & environment and the laboratory and production market in all market segments.
• Strong project leader capabilities - ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong presentation skills and able to sell Avantor capabilities and expertise to suppliers.
• Ability to organize, conduct projects and to analyze and solve issues at human, cultural and professional levels.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory and/or chemical regulations.
• Proactive and able to work individually, as well as be a good team player.
• Market intelligence of manufacturers of lab supplies, lab equipment or instruments or chemicals/reagents and chemical dealers.
• An appreciation and knowledge of contract law and international trading.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.