• Procurement Consultant

    Aston Carter (Columbus, OH)


    Procurement Consultant

     

    Join a dynamic and fast-paced Biotechnology company as a Procurement Consultant, responsible for supporting the Discovery, Research, and Early Development categories at the Gene Therapy Center of Excellence in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves developing and executing impactful Category Strategies and Tactics within the Pre-clinical realm, managing a spend of approximately $30-40M USD. You will collaborate with stakeholders across various functions including Research & Business Operations, Discovery Research and Early Development, Finance, Accounting, and Legal, ensuring alignment with outsourcing strategies and downstream Clinical R&D activities.

    Responsibilities

    + Identify, develop, and execute Sourcing Category Strategy and Tactical Plan with key stakeholders.

    + Deliver Sourcing and Procurement projects to ensure cost savings, avoidance, and other benefits.

    + Build business partner relationships and act as the Procurement single point of contact for stakeholders.

    + Manage ad-hoc projects within the Category and support broader Procurement and Finance Organizations.

    + Create and implement collaborative business plans with strategic suppliers, optimizing supplier performance.

    + Collaborate with Procurement MSP for project delivery, ensuring clear communication of roles and responsibilities.

    + Work with stakeholders in Research & Business Operations and FP&A to ensure spend accuracy.

    + Lead complex negotiations with a detailed strategic plan that aligns with company goals.

    + Manage and complete negotiation of complex agreements including global Master Agreements and Service-level Agreements.

    + Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures, collaborating closely with the Quality organization.

    + Lead the vendor selection process, including executing RFI, RFP, RFQ processes, and vendor contracting.

    + Assist with RFx creation, analysis, and vendor presentations.

    Essential Skills

    + Expertise in Procurement, Project Management, Strategic Sourcing, Stakeholder Management, and Cost Savings Analysis.

    + Strong knowledge in Category Management and Outsourcing of Discovery and Development Services.

    + Proficiency in procurement technologies, such as Workday Strategic Sourcing.

    + 5+ years of direct experience in Sourcing and Procurement, including expertise in pre-clinical and research services.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s Degree, ideally in Business, Science, Engineering, or Supply Chain. Advanced Degree (MS/MBA) preferred.

    + Solid skills in the Laboratory Consumables and Laboratory Equipment (CapEx) space.

    + Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, and influencing skills.

    + Experience in supplier management, complex contract negotiations, and dispute resolution.

    + Highly skilled in technical Contract Negotiation, including collaboration with Legal and business stakeholders.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.