Legend Biotech · 3 months ago
Manager, Site Indirect Procurement
Raritan, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$107K/yr - $141K/yr
6+ years expLegend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating life-threatening diseases. They are seeking a Manager, Site Indirect Procurement to support and execute all Indirect Procurement activities at their CAR-T cell therapy manufacturing site, focusing on procurement of materials, services, and capital expenditures while ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance.
BiotechnologyHealth CareLife ScienceOncologyTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Support and lead the execution of Indirect Procurement strategies at the site level across categories including, but not limited to:
Materials: Lab supplies, PPE, MRO, etc
Services: Facility management, logistics, calibration, waste management, etc
CapEx: Equipment purchases, facility expansion, and associated installation services
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand demand, define specifications, and develop sourcing strategies aligned with site priorities
Lead and support sourcing events (RFx), supplier selection, and negotiation processes in alignment with Procurement policies and compliance requirements
Execute and manage supplier contracts, including terms negotiation and performance monitoring
Maintain supplier relationships and serve as a key point of contact for issue resolution and service-level improvements
Collaborate with Finance and stakeholders to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking
Ensure compliance with internal control processes, GxP standards, and regulatory requirements
Maintain SAP/Ariba or other ERP systems for PO creation, supplier master data, invoice resolution, and spend analysis
Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and risk mitigation
Directly support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and procurement-related documentation
Make recommendations for supplier selection based on quantitative and qualitative analysis
Negotiate contract terms within delegated authority and escalate as required
Prioritize sourcing activities based on business needs, criticality, and risk
Manage day-to-day operational decisions impacting procurement execution and supplier performance
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve procurement issues and facilitate business continuity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field is required
A minimum of 6 years of procurement or Supply Chain Experience or a advanced degree, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry
Minimum 2 plus years of managerial and supervisor experience
Experience in indirect procurement, especially in CapEx, services, and MRO categories
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (GMP/GxP) is highly preferred
Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP (preferred), Oracle, or Coupa
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and Word
Preferred
Advanced degree (MBA, MS) or relevant certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP, Lean/Six Sigma) is preferred
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (GMP/GxP) is highly preferred
Prior experience supporting capital projects or large-scale facility operations is an advantage
Experience with procurement or contract lifecycle management tools is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one
Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles
Eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment
Paid time off policy that includes 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national holidays, and 3 floating holidays
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal assistance
Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Commuter benefits
Family planning and care resources
Well-being initiatives
Peer-to-peer recognition programs
Company
Legend Biotech
Legend Biotech is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and commercializes novel cell therapies for oncology.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750.45M2023-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2022-07-25Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2020-06-05IPO
Leadership Team
Carlos Santos
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Bash
President, CARVYKTI
Recent News
2025-12-18
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