Director Global Supply Chain Management – Purchasing Position Available In Washington, Tennessee

Job Description:

Director Global Supply Chain Management – PurchasingJohnsonCity, Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of AmericaJobDescriptionPosted Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00AMOverviewLabConnect improves lives by partnering withpharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical researchorganizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicinesaround the world.

We are an independent, global, one-stop-shopfocused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that aretailor-made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demandsof traditional to increasingly complex trials. Additionally, weprovide Functional Service Provider (FSP) Solutions, supporting ourclients with scientific and technical expertise, acting as anextension of their team, coordinating all laboratory related needs,advising on strategies for lab data collection and providingend-to-end analytical and logistical solutions.

Job SummaryTheGlobal Director of Supply Chain Management provides strategicleadership and oversight of all supply chain functions, ensuringefficiency, cost optimization, and quality across globaloperations. This role involves leading the purchasing team,negotiating supplier contracts, managing inventory control, andmaintaining staffing levels to support operational needs.

Additionally, the director is responsible for enforcing qualitystandards within supply chain processes and driving procurementexcellence through supplier partnerships and competitive pricingstrategies. A key responsibility includes collaborating withexecutive leadership to facilitate global expansion efforts,ensuring the supply chain is scalable and adaptable to newmarkets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides strategic leadership for the Global Purchasing team,ensuring optimal stocking levels of critical supplies, fosteringsupplier relationships, and driving cost-effective procurementnegotiations. Maintains appropriate staffing levels to support supply chainoperations, identifying and addressing gaps in both processes andworkforce capacity. Ensures seamless communication across multiple organizationallevels regarding supply chain and inventory issues, securingnecessary approvals as required. Leads procurement negotiations, optimizing contract terms andsecuring the best pricing to support business objectives. Leverages ERP systems for data analysis and informeddecision-making, driving efficiencies in purchasing and inventorymanagement. Proactively identifies and implements process improvements toenhance operational effectiveness. Oversees regular reporting of purchasing and inventory data,ensuring accuracy and timely insights on a weekly and/or monthlybasis. Executes additional responsibilities as necessary to supportorganizational goals.

Education/Experience/Skills required: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university isrequired; a Master’s degree is strongly preferred. Degree in Supply Chain Management preferred. 5-8 years’ experience in a regulated environment required. Experience managing a leading a team. Proficiency in contracting and negotiation, with a track recordof securing favorable agreements and building strategicpartnerships. Experience interacting with supplier websites and utilizing ERPsystems. Proficiency utilizing ERP systems. Experience with MicrosoftNAV and Dynamics 365 Finance is a plus. Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Location:

Position can reside in Johnson City, TN or Raleigh, NC.Some ofthe Perks our

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Financial Security (base pay, 401k match and possible annualbonus eligibility) Health Benefits beginning on date of hire PTO plan plus 11 Paid Company Holidays and 1 day to Volunteerin your community Short and Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D We celebrate our differences, which enrich our CultureWe are agrowing and global team which Values People First, Quality Focused,Customer Centered, Technology Driven and Accountability Always. Inaddition to great perks and challenging work assignments, we investin our people with enriching career growth opportunities.

We believein a friendly and collaborative environment with open lines ofcommunication. Join our team and discover how your work can impactthe lives of people all over the world.

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