Procurement Manager

Aerogen Pharma is a US based clinical-stage specialty pharmaceutical company with a mission to develop inhaled drug/biologic and device combination products.

At Aerogen Pharma, our advanced science starts with a deeply human purpose: improving outcomes and access to medicines for preterm infants and other critically ill patients with life-threatening respiratory diseases around the globe. We bring together patient and healthcare system understanding, pharmaceutical innovation and advanced aerosol delivery technology to develop inhaled therapies designed specifically for the unique needs of the world’s most vulnerable patients.

We are a growing company at an exciting and dynamic stage in our development. Our portfolio includes APC-0101, an aerosolized surfactant currently in phase 3 clinical trial and APC-0201, a synthetic surfactant currently in pre-clinical development. Each of these products are designed to treat respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants and together set a foundation for exciting future opportunities.

Joining Aerogen Pharma means becoming part of an experienced, dedicated team working collaboratively to advancing respiratory and critical care through innovation. Our “We Care” culture is reflected in how we work together creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where people make time to support one another, share their expertise and ensure every team member feels connected and empowered to contribute. At Aerogen Pharma, the work you do every day will have direct impact to the advancement of meaningful development programs as you collaborate with experienced leaders and experts across the pharmaceutical and medical technology industries.

The Procurement Manager – Drug and Device/Drug Combination Products is a strategically focused role within Procurement & Supply Chain, responsible for developing and executing sourcing and supplier strategies for pharmaceutical products, including device–drug combination categories. The role partners closely with Technical, Quality, Supply Chain, and internal/external consultants to translate regulatory and product requirements into resilient, compliant, and cost-effective supply chain solutions, while progressively taking on hands-on operational execution.

• Develop and own category and supplier strategies for pharmaceutical and device–drug combination products.
• Establish end-to-end supply risk visibility, mitigation plans, and long-term sourcing roadmaps.
• Lead supplier segmentation, market analysis, and sourcing strategy development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key pharma, device, and contract manufacturing partners.
• Partner with Technical and Quality teams to integrate specifications, validation, and lifecycle requirements into sourcing decisions.
• Design logistics and supply strategies aligned with regulatory, quality, and compliance standards.
• Lead commercial negotiations, contracting, and ongoing supplier relationship management.
• Manage supplier performance across quality, delivery, service, cost, and compliance dimensions.
• Support logistics execution, inventory planning, and resolution of operational supply issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain activities.

• Experience with device–drug combination products or complex, multi-component regulated products.
• Exposure to global category strategy development and multi-year sourcing roadmaps.
• Experience working with contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs/CDMOs).
• Familiarity with pharma logistics, cold chain, or controlled supply flows.
• Advanced degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.