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Procurement Biotech Manager(m/w/x)
Managing external services for process optimization and scale-up, specifically for fermentation and downstream processes in biotech innovation for a global flavour and fragrance company. Master's in Biotech/Chem Eng/Life Sciences and 5-7 years strategic sourcing in chemicals/life sciences required. Access to sport and leisure clubs.
Requirements
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or Life Sciences
- Beneficial additional education or certification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or Business Administration
- 5-7 years experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within biotechnology, chemicals, or life sciences industries
- Fluent English skills
- Beneficial additional language skills
- Experience managing complex technology and service partnerships
- Knowledge of F&F/FMCG/Biotech industry
- Excellent collaboration and communication capabilities with cross-functional teams
- Ability to align sourcing strategies with corporate innovation and sustainability objectives
- Ability to travel (around 25%)
Tasks
- Partner with S&T and industrialization teams.
- Access external services for process optimization.
- Manage process development and scale-up services.
- Focus on fermentation and downstream processes.
- Support biotech innovation pipeline projects.
- Contribute to Flavor, Fragrance, and Active cosmetic ingredients.
- Define and implement biotechnology sourcing strategies.
- Align strategies with business growth and innovation.
- Identify, assess, and engage strategic vendors.
- Secure reliable, cost-effective, and forward-looking partnerships.
- Manage RFP/RFQ processes.
- Lead negotiations and contracting.
- Oversee sourcing governance.
- Ensure compliance and performance delivery.
- Monitor vendor performance, risk, and deliverables.
- Oversee biotech development and scale-up.
- Leverage market intelligence and vendor innovation.
- Inform make-or-buy decisions.
- Advance technology roadmaps.
- Champion continuous improvement and sustainability.
- Champion vendor bio innovation initiatives.
- Drive process efficiency and speed to market.
- Collaborate with S&T, Operations, Legal, and Finance.
- Collaborate with Procurement Category Managers.
- Align procurement actions with technical and strategic priorities.
Work Experience
- 5 - 7 years
Education
- Vocational certification
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Healthcare & Fitness
- Healthcare support
- Sport and leisure clubs
More Vacation Days
- Paid Time Off
Family Support
- Family leave
Retirement Plans
- Retirement plan
Corporate Discounts
- Company shop
Free or Subsidized Food
- Staff restaurant
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Procurement Biotech Manager(m/w/x)
Managing external services for process optimization and scale-up, specifically for fermentation and downstream processes in biotech innovation for a global flavour and fragrance company. Master's in Biotech/Chem Eng/Life Sciences and 5-7 years strategic sourcing in chemicals/life sciences required. Access to sport and leisure clubs.
Requirements
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or Life Sciences
- Beneficial additional education or certification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or Business Administration
- 5-7 years experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within biotechnology, chemicals, or life sciences industries
- Fluent English skills
- Beneficial additional language skills
- Experience managing complex technology and service partnerships
- Knowledge of F&F/FMCG/Biotech industry
- Excellent collaboration and communication capabilities with cross-functional teams
- Ability to align sourcing strategies with corporate innovation and sustainability objectives
- Ability to travel (around 25%)
Tasks
- Partner with S&T and industrialization teams.
- Access external services for process optimization.
- Manage process development and scale-up services.
- Focus on fermentation and downstream processes.
- Support biotech innovation pipeline projects.
- Contribute to Flavor, Fragrance, and Active cosmetic ingredients.
- Define and implement biotechnology sourcing strategies.
- Align strategies with business growth and innovation.
- Identify, assess, and engage strategic vendors.
- Secure reliable, cost-effective, and forward-looking partnerships.
- Manage RFP/RFQ processes.
- Lead negotiations and contracting.
- Oversee sourcing governance.
- Ensure compliance and performance delivery.
- Monitor vendor performance, risk, and deliverables.
- Oversee biotech development and scale-up.
- Leverage market intelligence and vendor innovation.
- Inform make-or-buy decisions.
- Advance technology roadmaps.
- Champion continuous improvement and sustainability.
- Champion vendor bio innovation initiatives.
- Drive process efficiency and speed to market.
- Collaborate with S&T, Operations, Legal, and Finance.
- Collaborate with Procurement Category Managers.
- Align procurement actions with technical and strategic priorities.
Work Experience
- 5 - 7 years
Education
- Vocational certification
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Benefits
Healthcare & Fitness
- Healthcare support
- Sport and leisure clubs
More Vacation Days
- Paid Time Off
Family Support
- Family leave
Retirement Plans
- Retirement plan
Corporate Discounts
- Company shop
Free or Subsidized Food
- Staff restaurant
About the Company
Givaudan SA
Industry
Food
Description
Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances, collaborating with partners to innovate and delight consumers.
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