Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Capital Construction

Amgen

. Develop and manage the capital construction category sourcing strategy and supplier management processes .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $134,490 - $181,958 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Capital Engineering, Construction, and Equipment, with a strong focus on developing and managing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and optimize procurement processes while mitigating risks and improving project outcomes.

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Capital Engineering ExpertiseConstruction Sourcing ModelsSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsMarket Intelligence Analysis

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Hard Skills

Capital Project PlanningConstruction ContractingSupplier EvaluationCost AnalysisRisk ManagementBenchmarkingSourcing Strategy DevelopmentProject ManagementCategory ManagementCommercial Agreement Negotiation

Soft Skills

Advanced Problem-SolvingAnalytical SkillsStakeholder EngagementCollaborationLeadership

Industry Keywords

Capital ConstructionPharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologySupplier BaseRegulatory EnvironmentConstruction Delivery ModelsProject Services AgreementsChange ManagementGlobal Portfolio ManagementContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage the capital construction category sourcing strategy and supplier management processes
Develop long-range sourcing plans and forecasts for capital projects across the USA and elsewhere as project needs require
Lead global capital sourcing strategy and portfolio roadmap
Build and manage stakeholder and supplier relationships
Advise Operations Engineering teams
Provide market intelligence and sourcing expertise
Develop business cases and procurement recommendations
Engage early in project planning to optimize sourcing and contracting outcomes
Advise on construction delivery and contracting models
Lead sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract strategy
Improve cost, quality, schedule, and risk outcomes using market data and benchmarking
Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers
Resolve supplier performance issues and drive continuous improvement
Develop and support Supplier Relationship Management programs
Collaborate across regions, functions, and categories
Mitigate supply, contractual, and regulatory risks with Legal, Compliance, and other functions
Translate business requirements into sourcing strategies, bid packages, and commercial terms
Support construction contracts and commercial frameworks
Monitor and communicate sourcing performance, risks, and opportunities
Develop long-term sourcing strategies aligned with capital investment plans
Lead stakeholder engagement across global and cross-functional teams
Build and execute value-generating sourcing initiatives
Maintain industry expertise and identify best practices and innovations
Drive procurement transformation and process improvements through portfolio insights and cross-project learnings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree and 2 years of Capital Engineering, Construction, and Equipment, OR Master’s degree and 4 years, OR Bachelor’s degree and 6 years, OR Associate’s degree and 10 years, OR High school diploma/GED and 12 years
Proven knowledge and experience in Capital Engineering, Construction, and Equipment
Experience delivering projects for a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company
Experience collaborating with Project Management, Engineering, Project Estimating and Controls, Finance, and Legal
Understanding of capital project planning, development, and execution
Knowledge of the Capital Construction industry, supplier base, and legal and regulatory environment
Experience with construction sourcing and contracting models such as CMAR, CMGMP, EPCM, and A&E services
Experience developing or negotiating construction, engineering, or project services agreements
Experience evaluating commercial structures, supplier proposals, and project risks
Familiarity with project cost, schedule, scope, change management, and supplier performance considerations
Understanding of procurement, sourcing, and category management methodologies
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to analyze spend data and present insights
Experience using market intelligence, benchmarking, and supplier information
Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to conduct benchmarking for cost, quality, risk, and innovation considerations
Ability to lead teams in a matrix organization across geographies
Track record of identifying root causes and solving complex organizational needs
Ability to manage multiple priorities across a global portfolio
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed

Benefits

Comp & perks

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible
Career development opportunities
Work/life balance support