Procurement Business Partner for R&D Digital Services

9 hours ago

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Moderna Therapeutics Full time
The Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Business Partner to lead category management, sourcing, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement for Moderna's external spend across R&D Digital. This role will be responsible for delivering the optimum balance of value delivery (cost, performance, quality, risk) from Moderna's supply base in R&D digital technologies and services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement category plans and strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance.
  • Lead and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize procurement processes and reduce costs.
  • Manage and develop strong relationships with stakeholders, including suppliers, internal customers, and cross-functional teams.
  • Evaluate and monitor the risk profile of the supply base and implement risk improvement initiatives.
  • Develop and manage a portfolio of sourcing initiatives to deliver cost reductions against challenging current and multi-year saving targets.
Requirements:
  • 8+ years of progressive category management experience in the biopharmaceutical industry in an R&D setting.
  • Bachelor's degree required. BA/BS in a technical discipline desired.
  • Proficient-level skills in communications, project management, relationship management, influencing, negotiation, financial acumen, analytical, presentation, aptitude for technology, results-focus, professionalism, and success in a matrixed environment.
  • Category experience with R&D digital technologies and services strongly preferred.
  • A proven track record of savings delivery and ability to manage complexity and change.
  • Ability to work in a highly metric-driven environment and deliver against challenging performance targets.
What We Offer:
  • Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses.
  • Lifestyle Spending Account funds to help you engage in personal enrichment and self-care activities.
  • Family care benefits, including subsidized back-up care options and on-demand tutoring.
  • Free premium access to fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes.
  • Exclusive preferred pricing on Peloton fitness equipment.
  • Adoption and family-planning benefits.
  • Dedicated care coordination support for our LGBTQ+ community.
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Volunteer time to participate within your community.
  • Discretionary year-end shutdown.
  • Paid sabbatical after 5 years; every 3 years thereafter.
  • Generous Paid Leave offerings, including 18 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for all new parents.
  • 401k match and Financial Planning tools.
  • Moderna-paid Life, LTD, and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options.
  • Complimentary concierge service including home services research, travel booking, and entertainment requests.
  • Free parking or subsidized commuter passes.
  • Location-specific perks and extras.

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