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.
What You’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:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of experience and education
- 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