Strategic Sourcing Manager - Cross Category-External Supply

As the Sourcing Manager for cross category external supply & Contract Manufacturing at Amgen India, you will play a crucial role in supporting the sourcing strategy to ensure efficient and effective sourcing solutions that align with organizational goals. Reporting to the Amgen India Direct Lead, your responsibilities will include developing and executing global strategic sourcing initiatives, leading supplier evaluations and negotiations, analyzing procurement-related datasets, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive cost optimization, supplier performance, and risk management. Your role will involve working closely with senior leadership to align sourcing strategies with business objectives, establish and manage key supplier relationships, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and drive procurement strategies that support enterprise priorities. Additionally, you will guide and facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams, oversee compliance with regulatory and operational risk requirements, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function. In terms of leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring that all procurement activities related to cross category, external supply, and Contract Manufacturing are managed in compliance with regulatory, contractual, and operational risk requirements. You will collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity teams to maintain oversight of risk mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with best practices. Furthermore, you will work with Strategic Sourcing peers to oversee complex negotiations for contracts and inform cost savings forecasting through strategic sourcing. The ideal candidate for this role should possess proven Strategic Sourcing Experience, strong Supplier Negotiation skills, and proficiency in English language. Good-to-Have Skills include demonstrated leadership in external supply and Contract Manufacturing, deep understanding of sourcing management principles, and experience leading large, cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment. Soft Skills such as strong verbal and written communication, ability to work effectively with global teams, and high degree of initiative are also essential for success in this role. Basic qualifications for the Sourcing Manager position include a Masters degree with 4 to 6 years of Sourcing experience, a Bachelors degree with 6 to 8 years of Sourcing experience, or a Diploma with 10 to 12 years of Sourcing experience.,