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Position Summary & Responsibilities:Responsible for managing all strategic sourcing activities for assigned categories in accordance with the prescribed purchasing processes and procedures.  Vet new suppliers and manage current supplier base through evaluating and minimizing supplier risk, leading contract negotiations, and serving as the liaison between the supplier and the business.   Manage sourcing projects during supplier assessment, negotiation, and award phases. Assist in the Quality Management System (QMS) audits/site supplier visits to ensure the relationship between both companies will meet bioMérieux’s requirements.  Perform all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines of bioMérieux’s Quality System. Adhere to Regulatory requirements, including FDA, ISO, Legal, Ethical, and bioMérieux-specific procedures.Source a variety of Services (Employee Benefits, Recruitment, Marketing, Training and International Mobility/Relocation)  in accordance with the Global Purchasing Policy and prescribed procedures and processes. In collaboration with Legal, prepare and lead commercial negotiations and contracting.   Ensure Data Privacy and Cyber Security requirements are met. Design, lead, and implement cost savings projects based on a structured project/savings roadmap.Implement continuous improvement practices.Manage Global Suppliers (Including Tier 2) within scope: contracts, CSR, performance, risk management and business review.Understand market trends and use reporting tools to monitor and measure supplier performance to ensure the company is receiving fair market value.Build and strengthen supplier relationships through frequent and effective communication on business, quality, and cost.  Resolve disputes through effective communication and recommend solutions to identify the root cause and implement corrective action as necessary.Review departmental Standard Operating Procedure and Work Instruction Documents for relevancy and accuracy.Manage Supplier Business Reviews.Perform other duties as assigned.Education, Skills, & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 years of Purchasing experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and 3 years of Purchasing experienceMBA preferredRelated fields include: Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Operations.Advanced skills in contracting and negotiation is highly desiredExperience supporting professional services highly desired (HR, IT/IS, Marketing, Consulting, etc)Global/Cross-cultural experience preferredSAP or Tableau experience preferredExperience in development and implementation of category-sourcing strategiesUnderstands the importance of compliance to internal controlsExperience responding to internal and external audits#LI-US

BioFire Diagnostics, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Please be advised that the receipt of satisfactory responses to reference requests and the provision of satisfactory proof of an applicant’s identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or material omission may result in the failure to receive an offer, the retraction of an offer, or if already hired, dismissal. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation in BioFire Diagnostics’ application process by contacting us via telephone at (385) 770-1132, by email at [email protected], or by dialing 711 for access to Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS).