Regional Category Specialist for Cluster NA - Ann Arbor, MI

Join Sartorius a leader in the life sciences industry as a dynamic and strategic Regional Category Specialist. In this pivotal role you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our sourcing activities by leveraging your expertise to analyze company spending forge strong supplier partnerships and explore innovative possibilities. You will be instrumental in driving the development of a robust supply base managing supplier performance and ensuring excellence throughout the entire supplier lifecycle. If you are passionate about making a significant impact and thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment we invite you to be part of our journey towards innovation and growth.

What you will accomplish together with us:

• Execute Lab Product Solutions Procurement strategy for bio-analytics segment (cell & protein analysis).
• Execute transfer of technology and localization.
• Develop and manage cost-efficient and resilient supplier network for respective categories (e.g. Reagents Chemicals Mechanics or Optical Components).
• Translate product and manufacturing requirements into sourcing guidance for local replenishment.
• Build and manage productive working relationships with key suppliers.
• Contribute on new product development and introduction (NPI)
• Continuously monitor and reduce material costs.
• Identify mitigate and report external supply risks.
• Keep abreast of industry and market trends and best practices.
• Support Sartorius programs regarding CSR ESG and compliance.
• Negotiate sourcing contracts / General Purchasing Agreements (i.e. price models and terms & conditions).
• Accelerate of our supplier-base to best-in-class supplier performance and supplier delivery reliability.

What will convince us:

• Bachelors degree (supply chain discipline is a plus).
• 3 years of experience in sourcing preferably within a life sciences industry
• Demonstrated track-record of strong effective negotiation skills.
• Working knowledge of purchase-to-pay (P2P) and order-to-cash (O2C) processes.
• Knowledge of supply risk management and procurement performance metrics.
• Ability to manage a category and work within a matrix cross-functional international stakeholder environment.
• Analytical skills to identify cost drivers saving potential and continuous improvement.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel Outlook); knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Travel: Up to 30% domestic and international travel (potential for up to two international trips per year).

We value:

• Technical affinity and understanding of production processes.
• Contract management and compliance knowledge is a plus.
• Organized and quality driven with outstanding time management skills.
• Relationship building skills and vendor negotiation skills.
• Able to effectively navigate in a fast paced multitasking environment.
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to change.
• Integrity problem-solving & can-do mentality.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across cross functional teams at all levels throughout the organization.
• Curiosity assertiveness and willingness to explore new topics out-of-the-box thinking.
• German is a plus.
• Identification with our core values: Sustainability Openness Enjoyment

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring leadership programs internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation sick time corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as Coaching Agile Working and a Businesswomens Network
Health & Well Being: Wide selection of health and well-being support such as a variety of medical plans to choose from dental vision EAP and other wellness programs.
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

Retirement Savings Plan: 401 k (with generous company match)
Flexible Spending: HSA FSA (dependent care & healthcare spending) Transportation Commuter Account
Company Paid Benefits: Basic Life Insurance AD&D EAP Family Planning & Womens Health Health Advocate
Additional/Optional: Supplemental Life Insurance (employee spouse & dependents) Legal Services LTD & STD Critical Illness Insurance Student Loan Tuition Refinance Service

Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.

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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer dementia and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age protected veteran status or disability or based on status in any other protected group of class.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by e-mail at

About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer dementia and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
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