About This Role:
TheSourcingManager for Distribution & Logistics within the Global Procurement teamwill play a pivotal role in managing a portfolio ofsourcingandcategoryrelatedprojects frominceptionto completion. This role requires collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders across the globe, contributing to the Category goals by supporting the Category Lead in defining and implementing Category Strategies. Your efforts will drive continuous improvements and lead global RFx processes from kick-off to final negotiations, including contract management responsibilities. This position is integral to enhancing Biogen’s Distribution and Logistics Services category, ensuring alignment with businessprioritiesand delivering value through innovative solutions. Reporting to the Global Category Lead, you will be an essential part of the business structure, helping to scale global operations and fuel commercial growth.
WhatYou’llDo:
Lead and manage subcategories within Biogen’s Distribution and Logistics categoryon globaland/or regionallevel
Develop and implement sub-category strategies for transportation, distribution, warehousing, and related services.
Support globalization and standardization of processes to enhance efficiency and savings.
Guide cross-functional teams using analytics, market research, and cost modeling toidentifyhigh-value opportunities.
Build partnerships with stakeholders tofacilitatebusiness value realization and savings.
Continuously update and improve category strategies based on evolving business needs.
Monitor market conditions to understand leading practices and changes.
Develop and implement sourcing, negotiating, and contracting strategies that meet category goals.
Champion supplier diversity and sustainability requirements.
Manage supplier relationships, ensuring oversight, direction, and development based on defined criteria.
Conductregularmeetings with stakeholders to understand business needs and priorities.
Who You Are:
You are an independent thinker who thrives in a structured environment, executing projects with precision and urgency. Your knowledge of the globallogisticsmarket, particularly within the US, sets you apart, and you excel in analytical thinking and stakeholder management.You possess the ability to build and maintain strong relationships, driving continuous improvement and innovation.Your collaborative spirit and "can-do" attitude make you an asset to any team, and your passion forlogisticsand procurement fuels your desire to contribute to Biogen’s success.
Required Skills:
At least 5 years of experience ina logisticsenvironment.
Experience in procurement/category management or related fields.
Strong understanding of the USlogisticsmarket, includingAir,Road, 3PL, Warehousing, Ocean, and Courier Services.
Experience in contract negotiation and commercial terms.
Advanced analytical skills and cost driver modelingexpertise
Strong commercial judgment and ability to balanceand improvecost, service, reliability, and risk.
Excellent collaboration skills and ability to build effective relationships.
Effective communicator and influencer with motivational skills.
Ability to navigate change and ambiguity.
Strong project management skills and multitasking ability.
Preferred Skills:
Experience in the globallogisticsmarket.
Background in the pharma/biotech industry.
Spanish language skillsarea plus
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Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $103,000.00-$138,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading biotechnology company that pioneers innovative science to deliver new medicines to transform patients’ lives and to create value for shareholders and our communities.
We apply deep understanding of human biology and leverage different modalities, to advance first-in-class treatments or therapies that deliver superior outcomes. Our approach is to take bold risks, balanced with return on investment to deliver long-term growth.
With approximately 7,000 people worldwide, we are truly a global organization, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which is also home to our research operations. Our international headquarters are based in Baar, Switzerland and we have world-class manufacturing facilities in North Carolina and Solothurn, Switzerland. We offer therapies globally through direct affiliate presence in 30 countries and a network of distribution partners in over 50 additional countries.
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