Strategic Sourcing Manager – Contract Manufacturing

Amgen

. Serve as Strategic Sourcing Manager for Contract Manufacturing .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $98,291 - $132,981 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and contract management, with a strong focus on supplier negotiation, cost optimization, and compliance within the contract manufacturing sector. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and execute global sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.

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Strategic Sourcing ExperienceSupplier Negotiation SkillsGlobal Procurement e-Sourcing ToolsContract Lifecycle Management (CLM)Project Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementCost OptimizationSupplier Performance MeasurementMarket AnalysisData Analytics

Soft Skills

Influencing StakeholdersCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Workday Strategic SourcingSirion LabsAribaERP SystemsAdvanced Analytics Tools

Industry Keywords

Contract ManufacturingSourcing Management PrinciplesSupplier Relationship ManagementRegulatory ComplianceRisk Mitigation Strategies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERPGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Strategic Sourcing Manager for Contract Manufacturing
Lead the global sourcing strategy for contract manufacturing
Develop Strategic Sourcing Go-To-Market planning aligned with Business and Category Strategies
Conduct market analysis and manage sourcing processes
Develop and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives for cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management
Lead supplier evaluations, negotiations, and end-to-end contract management
Develop contract requirements with business partners
Draft and negotiate high volumes of contracts in time-sensitive environments
Analyze procurement, supplier performance, and market-trend datasets to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies
Use data analytics tools to generate insights, reports, and decision support
Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives
Establish and manage key supplier relationships
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk mitigation strategies, and sustainability initiatives
Partner with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams on risk mitigation
Guide junior team members and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional and regional teams
Oversee strategic approaches to complex negotiations, RFPs, supplier evaluations, and contract development
Deliver results aligned with Category Team financial targets and inform cost-savings forecasting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Sourcing experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years Sourcing experience OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of Sourcing experience OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Sourcing experience
Proven Strategic Sourcing Experience
Strong Supplier Negotiation skills
Experience with Global Procurement e-Sourcing and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Tools, such as Workday Strategic Sourcing and Sirion Labs
Contract Legal Management experience
Project Management Experience
Experience drafting and negotiating agreements, including management of redlines, fallback positions, and cross-functional alignment through execution
Experience in sourcing Contract Manufacturing, including vendor management, cost optimization, and performance measurement
Experience negotiating with suppliers in Life Sciences, potentially including Academic Institutions
Understanding of sourcing management principles, supplier relationship management, and contract lifecycle management
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment
Strong financial, legal, and contractual fluency for Contract Manufacturing services agreements
Ability to communicate sourcing strategies and influence stakeholders
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba, ERP systems, and advanced analytics tools
Understanding of regulatory landscapes and compliance requirements

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
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals