Procurement Director, Decision Support Lead

CSL

. Support the Chief Procurement Officer and Interim Head of Supply Chain in formulating and executing the procurement strategic roadmap and enterprise procurement initiatives .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $224,000 - $274,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates mastery-level knowledge in Procurement, Sourcing, and Category Management, with a strong ability to manage complex strategic projects and influence senior leadership. Proven experience in stakeholder management and effective communication within a highly regulated industry.

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Procurement ManagementSourcing Strategy DevelopmentCategory ManagementProject ManagementStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSourcingCategory ManagementProject ManagementData AnalysisStrategic Roadmap DevelopmentGlobal Program ManagementOrganizational Change ManagementKPI ReportingDecision Support

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationEmotional IntelligenceInnovative Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Collaboration TechnologyCommunication Tools

Industry Keywords

BiopharmaceuticalBiotechHighly Regulated IndustryC-Suite SupportCross-Functional Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Chief Procurement Officer and Interim Head of Supply Chain in formulating and executing the procurement strategic roadmap and enterprise procurement initiatives
Support key initiatives and forums with the Supply Chain organization
Recommend operational strategies and plans with direct impact on functional results
Manage Procurement’s strategic roadmap aligned to its vision, mission and priorities
Provide guidance, coaching and training to employees across the organization
Manage complex strategic projects involving multiple interfaces and cross-functional teams
Communicate with internal and external parties, including suppliers, partners and customers
Influence adoption of new concepts, practices and approaches
Conduct briefings to senior leaders in support of quarterly stakeholder engagements
Manage and lead key activities and processes supporting the CPO and Leadership Team
Serve as a thought partner to the CPO and contribute to strategic roadmap development and execution
Collaborate with Leadership Team members on leadership initiatives and meetings
Develop and circulate decision-driven meeting agendas and ensure effective pre-reads
Liaise with Decision Support Leads across the organization to align enterprise-wide strategic priorities
Coordinate processes, organizational changes, communications and outputs across Procurement
Connect and collaborate with Category Management and Sourcing Leaders
Report Global Procurement KPIs and progress against fiscal-year objectives
Implement improvement initiatives and coordinate complex cross-functional projects and programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Industrial Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain or closely related field required
Advanced degree in listed disciplines preferred
10+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, category management, or supplier management in the biopharmaceutical, biotech, or another highly regulated industry
Mastery-level knowledge of Procurement, Sourcing, and Category Management obtained through advanced education combined with professional experience
Advanced knowledge in Project Management
Experience within an international matrix environment managing global programs, projects, organizational change, cross-functional teams and events
Experience acting as a credible trusted partner to executive or senior leaders, including direct experience supporting a C-suite executive's strategic agenda
Proven ability to communicate effectively and influence senior executive leadership regarding matters of strategic importance
Role model for CSL values
Strong stakeholder management background
Highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and emotional intelligence
Literacy in using technology to improve team collaboration and communication
Innovative problem solver who relies upon data and analysis
Approximately 20% travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation
Equity
Relocation and mobility assistance are not provided
Hybrid work arrangement