Sr Manager, Global Strategic Procurement

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Provides leadership and sets direction for the global strategic procurement function. Responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of the procurement function and all material expenditure categories; delivering agreed upon cost savings and benefits of category initiatives while achieving service level requirements of the business, and continuously driving the pursuit of procurement opportunities across multiple sites in multiple countries.

What you'll be doing

• Establish a comprehensive global sourcing strategy and drive the execution of global supply chain initiatives in collaboration with the business leadership team.

• Provide guidance and expertise in lowering the total cost of direct materials without sacrificing quality or performance.

• Identify and implement standardized sourcing processes across the business.

• Negotiate complex contracts and ensures alignment with functional area goals.

• Direct the supplier review process.

• Manage projects and supplier relationships effectively while implementing initiatives that drive performance and mitigates risks.

• Lead cross functional business activities to identify, qualify, and implement new suppliers in order to ensure surety of supply, deflation, and business profitability.

• Drive the Request for Proposal "RFP" process for direct purchases.

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures for the business.

• Holds oneself and others accountable to conduct business in a manner compliant with Bioventus' Code of Compliance, policies and procedures and internal controls applicable to their role.

• Attract, develop and retain talent. Ensure focus and alignment with functional and company goals. Provide employees with continuous feedback and coaching using talent-and-performance management tools.

• Collaborates with Audit & Risk Management function to identify business risks, and develop and implement preventive strategies for functional area.

• Other duties as assigned

What you'll bring to the table

• Minimum of 7 years relevant procurement experience operating a procurement organization for a multi-site business. Global experience is preferred.

• Excellent negotiating skills

• Good understanding of both commercial and operation functions

• Excellent analytical skills

• Ability to build strong partnerships

• Strong PC application skills of various software packages (preferably SAP, Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)

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Bioventus is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of employees with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, disability, gender, veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.