Associate Director, Global Cell Therapy Procurement

AstraZeneca

. Serve as primary liaison between Cell Therapy Supply Chain and Global Procurement .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $116,000 - $173,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement project management, supplier relationship management, and strategic category development, with a strong focus on sustainability initiatives and data-driven decision making.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement Project ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementSourcing MethodologiesPMP CertificationLean Six Sigma Certification

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementSupplier Performance ManagementRisk MitigationData-Driven Decision MakingProcess ImprovementChange ManagementCapability BuildingProcurement Governance FrameworksCategory Strategy DevelopmentAnalytics

Soft Skills

Stakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

SAPCoupaAI ToolsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationLean Six Sigma Green Belt

Industry Keywords

Biotech ProcurementPharma ProcurementCell TherapySustainability ProgramsSupplier Diversity Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as primary liaison between Cell Therapy Supply Chain and Global Procurement
Lead procurement project management for Commercial Readiness, including the 2028 launch, COGM reduction, China support, AI Initiative, and Sustainability targets
Establish a procurement governance framework aligned with Global Procurement Must Wins
Drive process standardization and capability building across the Cell Therapy Supply Chain team
Implement procurement best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and deploy global category strategies and initiatives
Lead major supplier relationships and build stakeholder partnerships
Develop long-term strategic plans for an entire spend category
Manage stakeholder and supplier relationships to align category strategies with business needs
Lead category strategy projects to deliver business value
Lead sustainability initiatives with vendors
Lead complex contractual and commercial negotiations
Ensure data-driven category management and high-quality analytics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
7+ years of experience in a procurement environment
Strong project management expertise; PMP certification preferred
Deep knowledge of sourcing methodologies, contract management, supplier performance management, and risk mitigation
Experience implementing procurement governance frameworks and driving organizational change
Track record building capability through training, process improvement, and change management
Excellent stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels
Experience in biotech/pharma procurement; cell therapy a plus
Familiarity with procurement technology platforms, including SAP and Coupa, and AI/automation tools
Background in sustainability and supplier diversity programs
Lean Six Sigma certification, Green Belt or higher
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
Process-oriented mindset with attention to detail
Strong communication and influencing skills
Change management and capability building
Data-driven decision making and performance measurement
CV and Cover Letter detailing motivations and suitability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term incentive bonuses
Equity-based awards for salaried roles
Qualified retirement programs
Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, and leaves
Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Disability or special-needs accommodation