Project Sourcing Specialist

Job Description

Company Information

You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

Your Work Matters.

At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

Your Future Matters.

Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

The principle purpose of the Project Sourcing Specialist at Cambrex Charles City, Inc. is to serve as the liaison between Cambrex and vendors with a goal of sourcing quality products from qualified suppliers, meeting projects timelines while contributing to cost savings initiatives and project margin management.

Responsibilities

• Have a thorough understanding of the Supplier Qualification process and the interactions between other departments and the timing and impact their deliverables makes on overall approval for suppliers and raw materials.
• Regularly compose and analyze Requests for Proposal (RFP) strategically from knowledge of our Supply base in order to meet quick turn-around times for bids and RFQ’s. Evaluate and select vendors based on multiple factors including price, timing and quality.
• Negotiate both price and terms impacting working capital, such as delivery timing, payment terms, and Incoterms. In addition, determine accurate estimated landed cost for evaluation of raw material costing in both bid costing as well as costing for new project raw material pricing.
• Determine cost savings to the site based on Standard cost to purchase price as well as Contract Price to Purchase price.
• Act as the facilitator between CD/AD/PM and supplier when sourcing complex raw materials from suppliers requiring development capabilities.
• With guidance from the Purchasing Manager, contribute to margin management and improvements on assigned projects. Responsible for identifying and communicating differences in bid versus actual price and required quantities.
• Understanding of Procurements annual targets, how your initiatives impact that and how those effect both Run rate and P & L numbers.
• Back up for the Buyer as well as be able to cover basic functions of other Purchasing team members.

All employees are required to adhere to OSHA, DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills with proven ability to successfully negotiate pricing and terms with vendors.
• Detail oriented, analytical, organized and objective in a fast paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel, Word and SAP systems

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• 4-6 years procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-4 years Chemical/ Pharmaceutical and cGMP manufacturing experience preferred.

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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