Beckman Coulter Life Sciences' mission is to empower those seeking answers to life's most important scientific and healthcare questions. With a legacy spanning 80+ years, we have long been a trusted partner to our customers, who are working to transform science and healthcare with the next groundbreaking discovery. As part of our team of more than 2,900 associates across 130 countries, you'll help drive our vision of accelerating answers-and our commitment to excellence.

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

Do you want to work in Global Procurement? Do you enjoy working cross-functionally while building a top tier Supply Chain? Then read on!

We are currently seeking a Global Commodity Manager who will be responsible for supplier management, ensuring quality product at efficient pricing to exceed customer expectations.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Leading an assigned global category strategy implementation managing suppliers to support operational Quality, Cost, Cash, Service, Risk


• Supporting internal customers including up to 7 global manufacturing facilities and R&D/ New Product Introduction


• Leading RFQ and quote analysis, evaluating vendors' capability, quality, reliability and price competitiveness


• Achieving year-over-year cost savings including negotiations, value engineering programs, contracting, competitive bidding


• Managing projects as needed with ability to change direction according to business dynamics

The required qualifications for the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in business or engineering related field with 5+ years sourcing experience in supply chain or Masters degree with 3+ years experience


• Proven experience with procurement concepts, principles, and practices including demonstrated results in negotiating with suppliers on master supply agreements, inventory agreements, part costs, etc.


• Experience with formal or informal project management on the development and execution of cost savings projects


• Strong working knowledge of technical concepts, theories, standards, and practices in changing/expanding markets, global trends, etc. including global commodity material pricing, category manufacturing process knowledge, general procurement quoting, supplier measurement and strategy development tools.


• Previous experience working with global team members and ability to travel up to 15% including overnight to global locations

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Supply chain or operations experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices or Healthcare industries


• Exposure to and/ or understanding of ISO 13485, Good Manufacturing Practice, In Vitro Diagnostic or similar quality system certifications

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