Category Manager, Biologics and Radiopharma

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The Procurement Category Manager, Biologics and Radiopharma will be a category manager for Biologics, Isotope, and Radiopharmaceutical Development Suppliers and will be a business partner to leaders and scientific teams seeking to procure antibodies, peptides, isotopes and radiopharmaceutical services.  A successful candidate in this role will act as a team member to internal customers and will have regular meetings and attend staff meetings to understand the upcoming business needs.  Additionally, this role will manage and develop the supplier network to ensure our external business partners and suppliers have visibility to our needs and are adequately staffed to support them.  This role will work with our suppliers to manage master agreements, pricing rate cards, and strategic, and volume discounts.  This role will also guide internal business partners through the Telix Procurement and Contracting processes to ensure all transactions are within policy and SOX compliance.

As part of a growing procurement department, you will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing global supplier relationships, and driving cost-effective decisions across key categories. This individual will design, lead and implement sourcing strategies for Biologics, Isotope, and Radiopharmaceutical Development Suppliers, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective decisions across these essential areas.

As a subject matter expert, the Category Manager must excel at vendor selection, negotiating and structuring complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and paying close attention to the specific details of procurement operations. This hands-on position requires a deep understanding of strategic procurement, the ability to navigate a global matrix organization, and experience in establishing and building out procurement functions. This role demands both strategic vision, leadership and tactical execution, where the individual will actively engage in rolling up their sleeves to drive value, mitigate risks, and support the overall success of the functions.

Key Accountabilities:

 

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive procurement strategies for Biologics, Isotope, and Radiopharmaceutical Development Suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards and procurement controls to ensure effective supplier governance.
  • Conduct detailed market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, supplier consolidation options, and innovative service providers to enhance manufacturing operations.
  • Leverage expertise in manufacturing procurement to negotiate effectively and secure best-in-class contracts with suppliers while balancing cost, quality, and compliance requirements.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
  • Develop and maintain category roadmaps to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Negotiation & Attention to Detail

• • Demonstrate excellent negotiation skills to achieve optimal contract terms, pricing, structuring of payment milestones and terms, and conditions with suppliers, ensuring alignment with the organization’s objectives and compliance standards.
  • Ensure all procurement activities are executed with precision and compliance, paying careful attention to contract details, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
  • Resolve complex procurement challenges through a combination of sharp negotiating tactics, competitive tendering, thorough bid-defense and meticulous attention to the details that drive supplier performance and regulatory adherence.
  • Maintain a focus on the bigger picture while also ensuring that every aspect of contract execution, from vendor selection to final agreement, is handled with a high level of accuracy.

Global Supplier Relationship Management

• • Manage relationships with global suppliers, ensuring compliance with contract terms, service level agreements, and rigorous supplier governance practices, while maintaining a strong focus on integrity and transparency.
  • Foster long-term, collaborative partnerships with suppliers to enhance innovation, improve quality, and achieve operational efficiency in clinical trials and regulatory compliance.
  • Regularly monitor and assess supplier performance, proactively addressing issues to ensure high-quality standards and timely delivery.

Cost Optimization & Risk Management

• • Identify and implement cost optimization strategies in manufacturing processes, ensuring value-driven decisions while maintaining strict adherence to compliance, procurement controls, and risk management standards to protect the integrity of procurement practices.
  • Mitigate risks associated with the supply of raw materials, equipment, and services by managing supplier contracts, compliance, and performance standards.
  • Mitigate supply chain and procurement risks through effective contract management and diversification strategies.
  • Develop cost models and track savings performance to ensure financial goals are achieved.
  • Stay informed about market trends, geopolitical factors, and regulatory changes that may impact procurement decisions.

Performance Metrics & Reporting

• • Define and track key performance indicators to measure procurement success within manufacturing categories, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Report procurement outcomes, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership, using data-driven insights to support continuous improvements in procurement strategy.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably advanced) chemistry, biologics, or similar
• 7+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a strategic procurement role, focused on Biologics, Isotope, and Radiopharmaceutical Development Suppliers.
• Proven experience in building and developing procurement functions, particularly within a rapidly growing organization.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management in a global environment.
• Experience working in complex, global matrix organizations, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders across different regions and business functions.
• Strong track record in cost optimization, achieving cost savings targets, and risk management in procurement activities.
• Familiarity with procurement software and systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa) to drive decision-making.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to balance short-term needs with long-term procurement goals.
• Negotiation & Communication: Strong skills in managing supplier relationships
• Project Management: Ability to handle multiple initiatives, meet deadlines, and manage projects effectively.
• Global Stakeholder Management: Skilled in navigating relationships in a global matrix organization.
• Independence & Results-Driven: Proactive, results-oriented, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Leadership Potential: Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

Key Capabilities:

• Inclusive Mindset: Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for diversity, and actively work to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
• Creativity and Innovation: Possess a willingness to think outside the box and come up with unique and creative solutions to challenges.
• Commitment to Excellence: Take pride in your work and consistently strive for excellence in everything you do.
• Results-Oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results in a high paced organization.
• Ethical Behavior: Act with integrity and demonstrate a commitment to ethical behavior in all interactions with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, able to adjust to changing priorities, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Communication Skills: Strong and effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to liaise with cross-functional teams, explain complex accounting concepts, and present financial information accurately to finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work effectively as part of a team, actively sharing knowledge and expertise to achieve common goals.
• Resilience: Demonstrate the ability to bounce back from setbacks and persevere in the face of challenges.
• Continuous learning: Show a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, continually seeking out opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.