IBM Supplier Manager - US Nationals Midwest
Arrow ElectronicsSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, GenomicsIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years with a Master’s degree; or 5 years with a PhD; or equivalent experience
- Strategic thinker who anticipates and develops business and regulatory opportunities and priorities for future action
Responsibilities
- Lead sustaining sourcing activities for on-market products and provide functional leadership and direction for sustaining products
- Lead the sustaining roadmap creation and implementation of category strategies for assigned categories; evaluate competitive alternatives and obtain approval from senior executive stakeholders
- Lead assurance of supply escalations and supplier risk mitigation management with cross-functional stakeholders/team
- Lead strategic/promote supplier quarterly business reviews resulting in supplier performance improvements through collaboration with R&D, Operations, and Quality; proactively align key messages with suppliers
- Collaborate with suppliers to develop capabilities, supply continuity, and capacity; full understanding of supplier’s business continuity plans, technical risks, financial risks, etc
- Lead and contribute to global product/material cost reduction initiatives via value engineering, cost negotiation, and resourcing efforts
- Drive alternative supplier/part qualification with cross-functional stakeholders/team
- Advocate for compliance with Illumina policies and procedures
- Ensure system data is set up correctly for suppliers under areas of responsibility to facilitate efficient ‘Procure to Pay’ processes
- Lead and manage continuous improvement initiatives across a broad business area
- Partner with executive stakeholders to contribute to the development of company objectives and principles
- Negotiate various types of agreements (i.e., supply, scheduling, consignment, statement of work, CDAs, etc.) achieving favorable terms that mitigate business risks, protect Illumina’s IP, reduce product cost, and inventory levels
- Establish and lead governance processes with suppliers to reduce business risk and support manufacturing site escalations; ensure appropriate engagement with Quality and Regulatory for supplier/specification change programs
Skills
Sourcing
Supplier Relationship Management
Category Strategy
Supply Assurance
Risk Mitigation
Strategic Sourcing
Business Reviews
Supply Chain Management
Illumina
Supports genomics startups through funding and resources
About Illumina
Illumina focuses on fostering innovation in the genomics industry by supporting startups through its Illumina Accelerator program. This program helps entrepreneurs create, launch, and grow genomics-focused companies by providing funding and resources. The accelerator operates in two main locations: the San Francisco Bay Area and Cambridge, UK. Illumina Accelerator has successfully invested in 68 genomics startups, which have collectively raised over $1 billion in venture capital. What sets Illumina apart from its competitors is its strong partnership with leading venture capital investors and its dedicated focus on the genomics sector. The goal of Illumina is to build a thriving ecosystem for genomics innovation, enabling new companies to emerge and advance the field.
San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$27.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Venture Capital, BiotechnologyIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees
