BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

Category Manager, Direct Materials – Raw Materials for Drug Development & Manufacturing

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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About the role

  • Work closely with all related internal functions including Engineering, Manufacturing, TDS, Quality, Compliance, Legal, and Regulatory Affairs to plan, manage, and execute cross ‑ functional sourcing and category initiatives.
  • Translate stakeholder requirements into sourcing and execution activities in alignment with category strategies, including defining scope, timelines, deliverables, and interdependencies.
  • Support issue resolution and escalation related to supplier performance, quality, or delivery and coordinating actions across functions to ensure timely resolution.
  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of supplier capabilities, capacity, and overall financial stability, to effectively differentiate suppliers.
  • Negotiate supplier contracts which meet stakeholder and business needs.
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
  • Support and enable the change management processes including Change Records, Impact Assessments, and other records, within Veeva.
  • Manage high data integrity across procurement and quality systems (PowerBI, SharePoint Lists, Veeva, GEP Smart, Ariba, SAP, etc.).
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization in the enhancement of functional processes and systems.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, life sciences, finance, supply chain, or related discipline.
  • 3-5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or related roles, with at least 1-3 years in biotech, regulated medical devices, or life sciences industry.
  • Foundational understanding of procurement processes, including sourcing, contracting, and supplier management.
  • Basic understanding of lab and GMP manufacturing processes, regulations, and the change management process.
  • Strong project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Experience managing or coordinating cross ‑ functional projects, including tracking milestones, risks, and deliverables.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification a plus.
Benefits
  • Ability to work effectively in cross ‑ functional and global team environments.
  • Domestic and international travel <10%.
  • Individual contributor position with exposure to leadership and enterprise stakeholders.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
procurementsourcingsupplier managementcontract negotiationdata integrity managementproject managementanalytical skillschange managementGMP manufacturing processesfinancial analysis
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillsproblem-solvingrelationship managementcross-functional collaborationleadershiporganizational skillsadaptabilitynegotiation skillscontinuous improvement
Certifications
PMP