Sourcing Manager – Distribution & Logistics

Biogen

Sourcing Manager managing Distribution & Logistics projects within the Global Procurement team at Biogen. Leading subcategories and developing strategies to enhance efficiency and deliver value.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeResearch Triangle Park • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $103,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

procurementcategory managementcontract negotiationcost driver modelingsourcing strategiesnegotiating strategiescontracting strategieslogistics managementsupply chain managementanalytics

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationinfluencingmotivational skillsproject managementmultitaskingcommercial judgmentrelationship buildingchange managementproblem solving

Industry Keywords

logisticsdistributiontransportationwarehousing3PLocean servicescourier servicessupplier diversitysustainabilitymarket research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage subcategories within Biogen’s Distribution and Logistics category on global and/ or regional level
Develop and implement sub-category strategies for transportation, distribution, warehousing, and related services
Support globalization and standardization of processes to enhance efficiency and savings
Guide cross-functional teams using analytics, market research, and cost modeling to identify high-value opportunities
Build partnerships with stakeholders to facilitate business value realization and savings
Continuously update and improve category strategies based on evolving business needs
Monitor market conditions to understand leading practices and changes
Develop and implement sourcing, negotiating, and contracting strategies that meet category goals
Champion supplier diversity and sustainability requirements
Manage supplier relationships, ensuring oversight, direction, and development based on defined criteria
Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to understand business needs and priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience in a logistics environment
Experience in procurement/category management or related fields
Strong understanding of the US logistics market, including Air, Road, 3PL, Warehousing, Ocean, and Courier Services
Experience in contract negotiation and commercial terms
Advanced analytical skills and cost driver modeling expertise
Strong commercial judgment and ability to balance and improve cost, service, reliability, and risk
Excellent collaboration skills and ability to build effective relationships
Effective communicator and influencer with motivational skills
Ability to navigate change and ambiguity
Strong project management skills and multitasking ability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation