Raw Material Category Manager

Overview

Define, lead and implement procurement strategies for assigned Raw Material categories, including chemicals and biological products. Manage assigned Raw Material portfolio ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with the Category Strategy and Global Procurement Roadmap. Bring procurement support and added value to operations at site/region level and facilitate Raw Material procurement activities.

• Drive definition and implementation of procurement strategies for assigned commodities.
• Accountable for the strategic deployment across the Company and functionally manage the Procurement network relevant for assigned categories.
• Manage the portfolio on criteria such as quality/compliance, cost, service, OTIF, CSR and risk management.
• Manage supplier performance and conduct Business Reviews.
• Lead proposals on savings, innovation and CSR initiatives within the Procurement portfolio.
• Prepare and lead commercial negotiations and contracting.
• Serve as the Procurement referent and coordinator for the Function Management Committee.
• Ensure all functional requirements are considered and addressed.
• Support and guarantee the performance transformation of the global Procurement department within peripheral responsibilities.
• Adhere to company quality procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Purchasing, Finance or Economics and 7+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or similar field.
• OR HS diploma or GED and 11+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or similar field.

• Experience in biotech industry is preferred.
• Sciences (Biological or Chemical) background is a plus.
• Functional know‑how: preparing and leading negotiations, contract management and legal awareness, total cost management, managing multicultural interfaces, planning and organizing, global business acumen.

• Consistently upholds and reflects core ethical principles and values that bio Merieux promotes.
• Business acumen to understand how a business operates and how to make it successful.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally, facilitating better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Drive for results while successfully removing barriers.
• Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical data in written form.
• Skilled in MS Office tools, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.

International travel required: 30% of time

The estimated salary range for this role based in Missouri is between $128,000 - $163,800. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bio Merieux's bonus program. The range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country due to cost‑of‑living differences. Compensation within this range will be presented in writing at the time of the offer.

In addition, bio Merieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include:

• Choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options.
• Company‑provided life and accidental death insurance.
• Short and long‑term disability insurance.
• Retirement plan including a generous non‑discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption assistance.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Commuter benefits.
• Various voluntary benefit offerings.
• Discount programs.
• Parental leaves.

bio Merieux Inc. and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. 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 satisfactory responses to reference requests and proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required of all new hires.

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