Global Procurement Lead

QuidelOrtho

Global Procurement Lead optimizing supplier performance and cost for a leading diagnostics company. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing supplier relationships in a strategic role.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $89,008 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own supplier relationship management for strategic suppliers, including performance metrics, scorecards, and business reviews
Monitor supplier capacity, resolve escalated supply issues, and ensure adherence to supplier governance and Approved Supplier List standards
Serve as lead negotiator for complex, high‑value sourcing initiatives
Apply strong business and financial acumen to balance cost, quality, delivery, and risk in all commercial decisions
Partner with Supply Chain, R&D, Product Management, Quality, and Finance to align sourcing decisions with operational and financial priorities
Influence cross‑functional decision‑making to drive value, compliance, and service performance
Identify and execute productivity and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with sourcing and business strategies, such as cost reduction, inventory optimization, yield improvement, and supplier process enhancements
Execute sourcing and supplier strategies that support new product development, ensuring technical, cost, quality, and innovation objectives are met
Implement category strategies for finished goods contract manufacturing and or other assigned categories
Manage a strategic supplier portfolio to ensure supply continuity, manage total cost, identify risks, and monitor market conditions for opportunities and threats
Lead and participate in RFIs/RFPs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations across multiple sites and business units
Execute and manage supply agreements, ensuring compliance with delivery, capacity, cost, quality, and change‑management requirements
Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement / Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement
Strong financial and commercial acumen, including total cost of ownership (TCO), cost modelling, and supplier economics
Demonstrated experience managing suppliers and leading supplier performance initiatives
Proven ability to partner with cross functional stakeholders
Commodity market awareness - indices tracking, market development
Strong analytical skills
Excellent business communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Exposure to global sourcing and multi regional supply markets
Experience supporting new product launches, supplier transitions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Formal training or certification (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, MBA)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan
employee assistance program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
paid time off (including sick time)
paid Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

strategic sourcingcategory managementprocurementtotal cost of ownershipcost modellingsupplier economicssupplier performance managementanalytical skillscontinuous improvementnew product development

Soft Skills

business acumencross-functional collaborationinfluencenegotiationcommunication

Certifications

CPSMCSCPMBA