Regional Category Manager - LPS Procurement Cluster North America - Ann Arbor, MI

What you will accomplish together with us:

• Execute Lab Product Solutions Procurement strategy for bio-analytics segment (cell & protein analysis).
• Execute transfer of technology and localization.
• Develop and manage cost-efficient and resilient supplier network for respective categories (e.g., Reagents, Chemicals, Mechanics, or Optical Components).
• Translate product and manufacturing requirements into sourcing guidance for local replenishment.
• Build and manage productive working relationships with key suppliers.
• Contribute on new product development and introduction (NPI)
• Continuously monitor and reduce material costs.
• Identify, mitigate, and report external supply risks.
• Keep abreast of industry and market trends, and best practices.
• Support Sartorius programs regarding CSR, ESG and compliance.
• Negotiate sourcing contracts / General Purchasing Agreements (i.e., price models and terms & conditions).
• Accelerate of our supplier-base to best-in-class supplier performance and supplier delivery reliability.

What will convince us:

• Bachelors' degree (supply chain discipline is a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in sourcing preferably within a life sciences industry
• Demonstrated track-record of strong, effective negotiation skills.
• Working knowledge of purchase-to-pay (P2P) and order-to-cash (O2C) processes.
• Knowledge of supply risk management and procurement performance metrics.
• Ability to manage a category and work within a matrix, cross-functional international stakeholder environment.
• Analytical skills to identify cost drivers, saving potential and continuous improvement.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Travel: Up to 30% domestic and international travel, (potential for up to two international trips per year).

We value:

• Technical affinity and understanding of production processes.
• Contract management and compliance knowledge is a plus.
• Organized and quality driven, with outstanding time management skills.
• Relationship building skills and vendor negotiation skills.
• Able to effectively navigate in a fast paced, multitasking environment.
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to change.
• Integrity, problem-solving & "can-do" mentality.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across cross functional teams at all levels throughout the organization.
• Curiosity, assertiveness, and willingness to explore new topics, out-of-the-box thinking.
• German is a plus.
• Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as "Coaching", "Agile Working" and a "Businesswomen's Network"
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from, dental, vision, EAP, and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA, FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending), Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, EAP, Family Planning & Women's Health, Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee, spouse & dependents), Legal Services, LTD & STD, Critical Illness Insurance, Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.

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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

We look forward to receiving your application.

www.sartorius.com/career

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Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability, or based on status in any other protected group of class.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at accommodationrequest@sartorius.com

About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers