Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.C2N Diagnostics, a St. Louis-based biotechnology company focused on commercializing high quality in vitro diagnostics for neurodegenerative conditions, is looking for a Manager of Vendor Procurement to join C2N's growing Finance team. This critical position will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, overseeing contracts and evaluating vendor performance.This role focuses on sourcing, negotiating and maintaining strong relationships with vendors to ensure C2N secures optimal value and quality. This position is a fully remote position with travel as needed for internal and external meetings and conferences. Midwest-based candidates are preferred.C2N is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, marital or parental status, pregnancy, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by law.The Manager of Vendor Procurement will be responsible for:Sourcing and vendor selection, which includes researching and assessing prospective vendors, performing market analysis and creating and implementing sourcing strategies to secure the most competitive pricing for C2NAssisting in negotiating vendor contracts, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards, identifying and mitigating potential risks and overseeing the contract lifecycle in partnership with the contracts teamManaging vendor performance by tracking and assessing performance based on established metrics, overseeing and maintaining vendor relationships and resolving performance concernsAchieving cost optimization by identifying opportunities to reduce cost, leveraging volume discounts and securing advantageous termsCollaborating with internal stakeholders such as Finance, Legal, IT, QA and Commercial and Lab OperationsComplying with applicable state, and federal regulatory sources/standardsOther duties as assignedQualified Candidates will possess the following qualifications:Bachelor's degree and higher preferredAt least three years of procurement, vendor management experience in a medical or clinical laboratory settingProficiency with various MS Office computer applicationsAbility to work independently and multitask with high attention to detail and accuracyExcellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong work ethicSelf-motivatedAbility to learn new systems and processesAbility to travel as neededPhysical Requirements:Ability to sit and stand for up to periods of four (4) hoursAbility to lift up to thirty (30) pounds in an office environmentSeniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior levelEmployment type Employment type Full-timeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at C2N Diagnostics by 2xGet notified about new Procurement Manager jobs in United States .United States $135,000.00-$155,000.00 1 month agoMissouri, United States $119,000.00-$202,000.00 1 week agoSenior Director, Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area 3 days agoUnited States $85,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week agoManager, Sourcing Center of Excellence (COE) United States $105,000.00-$125,000.00 3 weeks agoDirector of Procurement Systems Management (Remote) Pleasanton, CA $100,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month agoInternational Inventory Control Manager - Remote in Africa Supply Chain Manager - Consumer Packaged Goods New York City Metropolitan Area 1 week agoSenior Procurement Specialist (US (Eastern or Central time), UK or Ireland) Senior Supply Acquisition Manager - California Divisional Procurement/Sourcing Leaders (2) Atlanta, GA $120,000.00-$160,000.00 1 day agoUnited States $70,000.00-$80,000.00 2 days agoUnited States $93,800.00-$140,800.00 2 days agoWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr