Director, Procurement

About Us:

Our holding company is managing both the Endpoint and Fortrea Patient Access businesses. Endpoint is an interactive response technology (IRT®) systems and solutions provider that supports the life sciences industry to help sponsors and pharmaceutical companies achieve clinical trial success. Fortrea Patient Access is a hub services provider that supports patients as they seek to secure reimbursement for life-saving therapies through ensuring that they can successfully adhere to their treatment regimens. These two businesses enable us to uniquely support developers of breakthroughs, putting our colleagues at the forefront of therapy innovation.

Position Overview:

The Director, Procurement will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic objectives of the business by developing supply markets and acting as a trusted thought partner in decision-making. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who anticipates the needs of the business, ensures seamless procurement operations, and views procurement as a strategic business enablement function.

Reporting to the Vice President, Procurement, the Director will oversee all procurement activities and will play a crucial role in stakeholder management.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process, including RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Act as a strategic partner in business decision-making, offering insights and recommendations to support long-term planning.
• Identify and develop supply markets, ensuring the business has access to the best available suppliers and resources.
• Oversee procurement reporting and performance metrics, ensuring transparency and accountability in all procurement activities.
• Serve as the procurement systems SME, optimizing systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• Support and guide a small team, remaining hands-on and flexible to assist in day-to-day tasks as needed.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures, promoting best practices across the organization.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and required.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or similar fields, is highly preferred.
• Master’s Degrees or relevant Certifications is a plus.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related roles.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar regulated industry.
• Experience with aspects of vendor oversight including but not limited to vendor selection, contract development, SLAs, performance management, continuous process improvement, writing policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a demonstrated track record of leading successful procurement initiatives.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to anticipate and address business needs proactively.
• Experience building relationships and working with cross functional business teams.
• Knowledge of U.S. and international regulatory standards and guidelines.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• Adaptable to change and comfortable with ambiguity, with a focus on delivering results efficiently.
• Excellent team building skills in dealing with vendors, peers, and other functional areas.
• Demonstrated collaboration, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Technically sound with a solid understanding of procurement systems, tools, and processes.
• Ability to solve problems and communicate appropriately to management and other organizations.
• Proactive team player enthusiastic with high work ethic.

Endpoint Clinical does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or any other third parties. Any unsolicited resume sent to Endpoint Clinical will be considered Endpoint Clinical property, and Endpoint Clinical will not pay a fee should it hire the subject of any unsolicited resume.

Endpoint Clinical is an equal opportunities employer AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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