Director, Pharmacy Procurement & Strategic Sourcing – Boston, MA

Director, Pharmacy Procurement & Strategic Sourcing
Boston, Massachusetts | On-Site

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced pharmacy supply chain executive to drive enterprise-wide procurement strategy across a complex and rapidly evolving healthcare environment. Positioned at the intersection of strategic sourcing, operational transformation, financial stewardship, and healthcare innovation, this role offers the chance to influence pharmacy operations at scale while shaping long-term supply chain strategy.

Ideal for a senior leader with deep expertise in pharmacy procurement and 340B environments, this position provides significant visibility and the opportunity to lead large-scale optimisation initiatives across inpatient, outpatient, retail, infusion, and community-based operations.

The Opportunity

As Director of Pharmacy Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, you will provide strategic oversight for pharmacy sourcing and procurement operations across a broad healthcare network.

You will:

• Lead enterprise-wide pharmacy procurement and sourcing strategy across all care settings

• Oversee large-scale pharmacy spend portfolios exceeding $1B+

• Develop and implement standardised procurement governance, sourcing controls, and supplier strategies

• Drive cost optimisation, pricing discipline, and operational consistency across the organisation

• Manage wholesaler, distributor, manufacturer, and GPO relationships

• Lead sourcing initiatives across WAC, GPO, 340B purchasing pathways, and alternative distribution models

• Partner closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Pharmacy Leadership, and Information Services to align procurement strategy with operational and financial goals

• Establish procurement performance metrics, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Support procurement transformation through automation, process improvement, and enhanced system utilisation

• Mentor and develop procurement leaders and cross-functional teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $180,000 – $230,000

• Sign-On Bonus: Negotiable

• Relocation Assistance: Not provided

• Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Additional employee wellbeing and professional development programs

What Makes This Role Stand Out

• Opportunity to lead procurement strategy within a large-scale, highly complex healthcare environment

• Significant executive visibility and enterprise-level influence

• Exposure to advanced pharmacy sourcing models, 340B strategy, and large-scale supplier management

• Ability to shape procurement transformation initiatives across multiple sites and care settings

• Strong collaboration with executive leadership, finance, operations, and supply chain teams

• A culture committed to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Candidate Profile

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science from an accredited college or university

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pharmacy supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or drug contracting

• Experience managing complex pharmacy spend portfolios valued at $1B or greater

• Expertise with wholesaler contracts, GPO services, purchasing systems, and contract compliance tools

• Experience supporting or operating within 340B-eligible pharmacy environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PharmD)

• 340B ACE designation

• Strong understanding of pharmacy sourcing economics and contracting models

• Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and change management capability

• Advanced analytical, financial, and operational optimisation skills

This is a career-defining opportunity for a pharmacy procurement leader seeking to combine strategic influence, operational transformation, and enterprise leadership within a highly respected healthcare organisation focused on innovation, scalability, and long-term impact.

Category Manager – Direct Materials | Strategic Sourcing, SAP, Manufacturing | Denver, CO (Hybrid)

Category Manager – Direct Materials

📍 Location: Denver, Colorado (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available

Role Overview

We are seeking a Category Manager – Direct Materials to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a multi-site manufacturing environment.

This role is responsible for optimising cost, quality, and supply continuity, while driving supplier performance and supporting innovation through strong cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Product, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation

• Develop and execute data-driven category strategies for direct/raw materials

• Build and maintain should-cost models to support negotiations and pricing decisions

• Deliver year-over-year cost savings through:

• Strategic negotiations

• Competitive sourcing events

• Supplier rationalisation

• Value engineering initiatives

• Track and report performance using KPIs, scorecards, and executive updates

Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage supplier relationships to ensure:

• Quality performance

• Cost competitiveness

• Supply reliability

• Lead supplier development initiatives to improve capability and alignment

• Own contract lifecycle management, including compliance and renewals

• Manage $20M+ spend categories

Project & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams across:

• R&D

• Product Management

• Operations

• Finance

• Quality

• Support:

• New supplier qualification

• New product introductions (NPI)

• Material evaluation and innovation initiatives

• Act as the primary commercial interface across multiple facilities

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks

• Develop and implement contingency plans

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supply disruptions

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical materials

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

• Streamline sourcing and supply chain operations

• Drive adoption of best practices across the organisation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain or sourcing, including:

• At least 3 years sourcing within a large/complex organisation

• Proven experience sourcing direct/raw materials in manufacturing environments

• Experience managing $20M+ spend categories

• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience

Technical Skills

• Expertise in should-cost modelling and cost analysis

• Strong understanding of commodity/category management principles

• Experience with e-sourcing tools

• Proficiency with:

• SAP or similar ERP systems

• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification

• Experience supporting new product development or R&D initiatives

• Background in multi-site manufacturing environments

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams

• Proactive, collaborative mindset with focus on continuous improvement

• Ability to present insights to senior and non-technical stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Have direct experience sourcing raw/direct materials within manufacturing

• Be comfortable managing large spend categories and complex supplier networks

• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability

• Thrive in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment

• Have a track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Health and wellbeing coverage

• Paid time off

• Additional employee benefits

Screening Question

• Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Associate Manager, Procurement – Media Services | $106K–$150K | Onsite in Piscataway, NJ

Associate Manager, Procurement Media Services

📍 Location: Piscataway, NJ (Onsite, occasional travel)
💼 Employment Type: Full-time | Associate Level
💵 Salary Range: $106,400 – $150,000 (USD)
👤 Vacancies: 1
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available

About the Role

Are you passionate about driving innovation and making an impact through strategic procurement? As the Media Services Procurement Associate Manager, you’ll help shape and execute sourcing strategies for over $800MM in media initiatives across North America.

This role offers the opportunity to influence supplier relationships, optimize media investments, and deliver meaningful value across marketing, media, and advertising categories. You’ll join a procurement team that champions innovation, enables growth, and leverages advanced technologies to fuel long-term business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting processes across media, e-commerce, retail media, influencer, advertising production, and agency operations.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to drive collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Develop and implement innovative media sourcing strategies, identifying opportunities for growth, savings, and efficiency.

• Conduct market analysis, supplier segmentation, and spend analytics to inform strategic decisions and deliver KPIs.

• Foster supplier diversity and manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies while leading RFI/RFP processes, risk management, and digital transformation projects.

Required Qualifications

✅ Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sourcing, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or related field
✅ 8+ years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Media, or Marketing-related roles

Preferred Qualifications

⭐ Proven ability to analyze complex data, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts
⭐ Deep understanding of media and advertising operations in CPG or agency environments
⭐ Advanced skills in supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and cost management
⭐ Proficiency with procurement software and exposure to digital/data analytics
⭐ Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of impactful project execution

Compensation & Benefits

💵 Base Salary: $106,400 – $150,000 (USD)
🎯 Bonus: Not eligible
📈 Equity/Commission: Not available
📦 Relocation: Not available
🩺 Benefits: Full (Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and more)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 7–10 years of relevant experience

• Strong leadership mindset, capable of influencing teams and driving change

• A collaborative problem-solver with the ability to navigate complex supplier and stakeholder relationships

• Willing to travel occasionally for key projects and supplier engagements