Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.

We are currently looking for Strategic Sourcing Manager Lab Products to join Avantor in the Czech Republic or Poland for developing, monitoring, and pursuing tactical and strategic Sourcing and Buying initiatives and projects for the field of Lab Products across Europe.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in business, supply chain, or other applicable field; advanced degree preferable
• 8+ years of applicable business experience
• Working experience in lab supplies industry, chemical research, chemical technology, or pharmaceutical production, or in any kind of scientific field
• Sourcing and market intelligence of manufacturers of lab supplies, lab equipment, instruments, chemicals/reagents, or Life Science is a plus.
• Experience in international tenders.
• Strong Negotiation skills – Ability to negotiate assertively and effectively at all levels.
• Strong project leader capabilities – ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to organize, conduct projects and to analyze and solve issues at human, cultural and professional levels.
• Pro-active and able to work individually, as well as be a good team player.
• An appreciation and knowledge of contract law and international trading

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Source lab supplies, lab equipment and instrumentation, chemicals, and life science products distribution.
• Negotiate supply contracts with selected suppliers to obtain best commercial and business conditions. This includes the preparation of bid packages and tenders, analyzing results, shortlisting suppliers, conducting post tender negotiations, and finalizing contracts.
• Manage product categories and supplier relations. Support company objectives and assist in maximizing gross margin through cooperation with product management and marketing.
• Work with Avantor Global Sourcing to consolidate and leverage global purchase requirements.
• Liaise with legal counsel to ensure contracts comply with 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.
• Work closely with the Global Sourcing Sustainability Director on Sustainability targets.
• Other duties as assigned.

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!

Disclaimer:
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!

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.

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