Specialist, Global Procurement - Direct

This role will be part of our amazing Global Procurement team within the Packaging / Directs supplier categories. Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents, develops, and commercializes life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for 35 years by physician-scientists, Regeneron's unique ability to translate science repeatedly and consistently into medicine has led to numerous FDA-approved treatments and product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in Regeneron's laboratories. This role is based at our corporate offices in Rensselaer, NY and will require being onsite Monday-Friday. A typical day may include: Accountable for supporting the definition and implementation of the global Category strategy to serve global and regional business needs as assigned. Works closely with stakeholders to support discussions related to the Packaging Technologies, External Labs Services and CDSL Categories and aligns category priorities with Procurement management and stakeholders. Supports negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder engagement activities for the Packaging Technologies, External Labs Services and CDSL Categories as assigned. Takes direction to drive value in terms of cost savings, cash flow improvement, and other efficiency savings from category management activities. Supports Global Procurement by participating in organizational decisions in the Packaging Technologies, External Labs Services and CDSL categories with critical short and long-term impact on the success, efficiency, growth, and results of the category team. Supports category activities to ensure compliance with appropriate GxPs and other applicable regulations, as applicable. Uses data to drive decision-making for successful category projects. This role may be for you if you have: Experience successfully supporting global category teams, processes, and suppliers across a breadth of categories Can build relationships with stakeholders and suppliers to drive results for Regeneron. Success supporting cross-functional teams to drive results in related categories through effective sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and supplier relationship management. Expereince delivering insights and analysis regarding rates, unit costs, and costing structures to enable optimal negotiations. Expereince using external data sources, market information, and supplier engagement to constantly improve knowledge of supply market dynamics. Integrity, focus, and clarity working in an environment of ambiguity to drive change and improvement. Demonstrated success supporting the global supply market evaluation process using all available market intelligence, risk, compliance, and financial assessment tools. Working knowledge with sourcing contracting tools, ERP’s, and eRFx systems preferred. (Oracle, Zycus, Ariba, Other) Ability to leverage standard business applications for communicating, presenting and analyzing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) The role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study plus 3+ years relevant experience in procurement or strategic sourcing (experience in Pharma/BioPharma or life sciences is preferred) The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding with sourcing contracting tools, ERP’s, and eRFx systems preferred. (Oracle, Zycus, Ariba, Other). This role will require being onsite Monday-Friday. Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels! Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business. For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location. Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc. Salary Range (annually) $76,100.00 - $124,300.00