Supplier Manager

As part of the Planning and Procurement team at the Antibody site near Oxford, the Supplier Manager will be responsible for managing relationships with our suppliers to ensure the quality of materials supplied meets the company’s needs, standards, and expectations. The ideal candidate will need to demonstrate an ability to deliver to agreed timelines, understand the importance of continuous improvement and be passionate about what they do. They will be capable of working independently on projects as well as within a team to deliver required outcomes. They will support the Planning and Procurement team with day-to-day supplier management issues.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Management of the Approved Supplier List: verifying supplier quality standards; track, qualify or disqualify suppliers according to Bio-Rad standards
• Manage the development and implementation of supplier management programs, including periodic business reviews and/or audits.
• Assist with the implementation and management of a Contract Management tool.
• Review and management of existing Supplier Agreements, including price updates and validity periods and maintenance of accurate supplier records
• Management of new Agreement implementation process
• Generation and implementation of cost reduction ideas
• Writing and maintaining SOPs relevant to supplier management programs

What You Bring:

• Degree educated (Life Science desirable) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience within an engineering, quality assurance and/or manufacturing supplier quality environment, preferably within the Life Sciences Industries.
• Strong communication skills: ability to clearly communicate information and data; strong oral and written communication and presentation skills to communicate with suppliers and internal customers; able to present at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong organizational skills: ability to manage multiple projects concurrently to meet internal timelines; organised and resourceful, high attention to detail with an ability to work to demanding targets and tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills: ability to perform statistical reporting and composing logical, detailed, and analytical reports; ability to develop and implement strategies to improve supplier relationships; ability to challenge and effectively improve current practices
• Ability to operate independently and remain aligned to different stakeholders in a global matrixed organisation
• Internal or external audit training and/or experience
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing principles
• System Knowledge: Must: Microsoft Excel; Desired: Power BI and LinkSquares.

If you have experience that aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply!

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.

The antibody manufacturing unit is headquartered in Kidlington, near Oxford, England, along with its main production facilities.

Benefits:  Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our 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.

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including hybrid working 2 days at home, 25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday, pension matched up to 8%, private health & dental insurance with Bupa, free digital dentist live chatline with Toothfairy, bonus scheme, life insurance & income protection, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, High Street shopping discounts, Gym subscriptions discounts, employee referral scheme & our EAPUnum Help@Hand (24/7 online GP, physio, mental health support & virtual wellbeing program).

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply. 

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

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