Manager, Indirect & Capex Strategic Sourcing

About the role

Lead procurement of non-manufacturing goods and services supporting site operations in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This role oversees high-value categories including Capex, Engineering, EHS, Utilities, MRO, Clinical, and Facility Management to ensure business continuity, regulatory compliance (cGMP/FDA), and optimal total cost of ownership (TCO). The position serves as a key business partner to site leadership (Engineering, Maintenance, Site Head) and acts as the primary liaison with Global Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with site and global priorities.
  • Lead RFx processes (RFP/RFQ), supplier evaluations, and award decisions.
  • Optimize TCO by evaluating lifecycle costs (maintenance, energy, spare parts).
• Contracting & Supplier Relationship Management
  • Negotiate MSAs, SOWs, and project agreements for services and capital projects.
  • Establish supplier KPIs, lead QBRs, and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
  • Drive supplier performance, innovation, and strategic partnerships.
  • Lead supplier relationship management (SRM) and governance initiatives.
• Site Operations & Compliance
  • Ensure timely procurement of MRO and utility services to support uninterrupted operations.
  • Maintain compliance with cGMP, FDA, and EHS standards.
  • Support capital projects by sourcing equipment, construction, and validation services.
• Financial & Process Stewardship
  • Deliver cost savings and cost avoidance against annual targets.
  • Reduce maverick spend through preferred supplier programs and policy enforcement.
  • Utilize procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, Coupa) for sourcing, spend tracking, and reporting.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and adoption of best practices.
  • Support sustainability and renewable energy initiatives.
  • Leverage industry benchmarking and market insights to enhance category strategies.
• Digital, Data & Analytics
  • Conduct spend analysis and apply data-driven decision-making.
  • Support procurement digital transformation and analytics adoption.

Key Categories Managed

• Capex: Manufacturing equipment, construction, facility expansion
• Engineering: Validation, commissioning, automation
• EHS: Safety equipment, environmental services
• Utilities: Energy, water, HVAC
• MRO: Spare parts, lab supplies, PPE
• Facilities: Janitorial, security, landscaping
• Clinical: R&D and site-level support services

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Life Sciences.
• 5–10 years of indirect procurement experience across relevant categories.
• 4+ years managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP/Ariba, category management, and contract practices.
• Familiarity with emerging procurement technologies.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and stakeholder influencing abilities.
• Excellent communication and business partnership skills.
• Analytical mindset with focus on cost optimization and performance metrics.
• Ability to simplify complex sourcing concepts for business stakeholders.

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Customer Centricity
• Developing Talent
• Innovation & Creativity
• Process Excellence
• Result Orientation
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Agility

Pay

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position in New Jersey is $100,000 to $115,000, plus a discretionary performance bonus (based upon eligibility). The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Lupin is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.