Procurement Indirect Category Manager - IT

Bio-Rad is looking for a Procurement Indirect Category Manager - IT

• Manages a large group of diverse and high impact commodities spanning across multiple regions.
• May lead a team of Commodity Specialists.
• Negotiates key, large volume high impact suppliers.
• Resolves escalated supplier issues and complaints. 
• Implements value improvement opportunities. 
• Develop procurement Commodity/Category strategies that help achieve Global Supply Chain goals that are in alignment with Global Commodity Strategies. 
• Implements Global strategies at Regional level to increase supplier performance, capability development, capacity management and cost/quality improvements for supply chain vendors 
• Manages escalated supplier reviews and delivers supplier performance and metrics to upper level management. 
• Develops supply chain risk mitigation plans 
• Serves as Project Manager on cross functional projects 
• Implement sourcing programs in alignment with Global and Regional Commodity Strategies. Focus on best pricing and optimal use of the supply base. 
• Lead in contract negotiations for assigned suppliers or indirect commodities. 
• Implement Continuous Improvement activities as defined to improve efficiency in the procurement process.

How You’ll Make An Impact: 

• Experienced professional with wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues. 
• Manages a Procurement team supporting annual transactional purchases of $75M- $150M. 
• Manages procurement functions including Sourcing, supplier selection and qualification, supplier management, and development for a broader scope of plants or facilities. 
• Participates in Supplier AVL development, supplier compliance tracking, supplier business continuity and contract spend management. 
• Proactively partner with Business stakeholder to identify cost saving opportunities and supplier consolidation. 
• Develop commodity and subcommodity strategic plan, analyze supply base and recommend forward procurement supplier list. 
• May be asked to serve on the Global Purchasing Council, Commodity Strategy Board or participate in the Policy Review Team.

What You Bring: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or related field MBA or Masters preferred 
• Work Experience: 10+ years’ experience in purchasing/commodity goods management.  2+ years experience creating procurement Strategy 
• Experience with/knowledge of IT procurement (Software, Hardware, Services). 
• Negotiation skills required and certification a plus. 
• Cross-functional team leadership and high performing work team skills. 
• Solid knowledge of financial principles related to budgeting, make vs buy analysis and Gross margin impact.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability,  paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more! 

Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $130,200 to $179,100 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.  

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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