Senior Procurement Analyst
Vanta- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
The VP, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement will lead Apogee’s strategic sourcing and procurement efforts, reporting to the SVP of Finance. This role requires establishing and building a critical function as the company grows, with a focus on building long-term vendor relationships to drive value and support the company’s mission. Strong analytical skills and experience in spend analysis are also needed to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
This position involves developing a sourcing strategy, engaging with potential vendors, selecting partners, and managing the RFP/RFQ/RFI process in collaboration with business stakeholders and legal. The VP will also develop procurement strategies, manage the preferred vendor list, conduct spend analysis, build and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, oversee procurement operations, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. Additionally, they will act as a strategic partner with functional business partners across the company, particularly in clinical development, clinical operations, and manufacturing.
Develops therapies for autoimmune diseases
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