R&D Procurement Manager

About Atrium:

Client Overview: 

Our client is an established global biopharmaceutical organization focused on the research, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies. The company operates within a highly regulated environment and partners with external clinical and research organizations to support its development programs. They are currently looking to add an R&D Procurement Manager to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate: 

$45/hr – $50/hr (Based on relevant experience)

Position Overview: 

The R&D Procurement Manager will support sourcing and procurement activities across the Research and Development organization, with a particular focus on clinical services and Contract Research Organization (CRO) sourcing. This position will partner with internal R&D stakeholders and external suppliers to execute sourcing initiatives, support supplier selection and negotiations, manage vendor relationships, and identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities of the R&D Procurement Manager:

• Serve as a procurement partner to Research and Development teams, with a focus on clinical and CRO-related sourcing needs.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFx development, supplier evaluations, vendor selection, contract negotiations, and implementation.
• Support the sourcing and management of CROs and other clinical service providers.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop effective procurement solutions.
• Manage supplier relationships to support service quality, reliability, performance, and cost competitiveness.
• Assist with supplier qualification, risk assessments, and ongoing supplier performance management.
• Ensure sourcing and procurement activities align with company policies and applicable GMP, GCP, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify cost-saving, value optimization, and process improvement opportunities across assigned categories.
• Partner with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and procurement savings tracking.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Clinical, and other internal teams throughout the contracting and supplier management process.

Required Experience/Skills for the R&D Procurement Manager:

• Minimum of 5 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience.
• Experience leading RFx activities, supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and vendor relationship management.
• Working knowledge of GMP, GCP, supplier qualification, and procurement risk management practices.
• Experience using ERP or procurement systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the R&D Procurement Manager:

• Clinical services and CRO sourcing experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting R&D procurement within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or another regulated industry is strongly preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is required.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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