About the Role
Responsible for overseeing the development and execution of sourcing strategies related to CSL’s contract (development) manufacturing organizations (C(D)MOs, an expanding category as CSL continues to grow its external development and manufacturing footprint. The Sourcing Lead implements sourcing plans and tactics to effectively manage the assigned project and associated activities. An important aspect of this role is maximizing supplier performance and supporting the company’s business savings plans; in addition to ensuring consistency with management directives and instructions, company strategy, commitments and goals. This role will be a key part of the Pre & Clinical Supply Sourcing team and be accountable for delivering own category targets, in addition to establishing targets with the C(D)MO’s to identify further total cost of ownership (TCO) value across the business unit, including addressing Capacity, Quality, Service, Cost and Scarcity constraints, whilst introducing and leveraging industry leading innovation into the business. The Sourcing Lead will be accountable for establishing recommendations and action plans to support manufacturing process development and technical transfers, address risks and deliver further benefit. This Sourcing Lead will have a significant influence on shaping strategies across the CSL’s C(D)MO network and removing complexity from the manufacturing supply chain. Product Safety across CSL’s business operations whilst mitigating risk and delivering year on year multi-million dollar value is expected. The incumbent supports global initiatives across regions and leads or contributes to global sourcing, bid activities, and major sourcing projects. This role will be crucial at providing a robust and comprehensive market assessment of how these external partners can drive innovation, speed, agility and cost improvements to enable CSL to efficiently scale to our 2035 aspirations.
Responsibilities
* Lead the development and execution of long-term category strategies aligned with enterprise objectives.
* Collaborate globally across business units to influence senior leaders and advocate for key business improvement programs.
* Develop business cases to gain endorsement for value-driving initiatives.
* Lead annual opportunity analysis forums with cross-functional stakeholders and supplier partners to replenish initiative pipelines.
* Act as a conduit for external innovation, facilitating workshops to solve complex business challenges through supplier partnerships.
Team Leadership
* Lead, motivate and develop employees within the Procurement organization, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
* Develop workforce plans and succession strategies to ensure team capability and continuity.
* Provide coaching and support for professional development and performance improvement.
* Lead initiatives to enhance procurement capabilities and deliver sustained value.
Category Management Strategy
* Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes, tools, and methodologies.
* Build strategic relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration, performance, and innovation.
* Lead negotiations to secure favorable terms while maintaining strong partnerships.
* Monitor supplier performance and ensure alignment with contractual obligations and business expectations.
Policy and Governance Management
* Ensure adherence to procurement policies, governance frameworks, and compliance standards.
* Manage procurement-related risks and implement mitigation strategies.
* Oversee budget planning and financial management within assigned categories.
Performance Monitoring
* Monitor performance of category strategies in achieving value creation and delivery KPIs.
* Provide regular reporting and insights to executive leadership on category performance and strategic initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with Finance BPs, Operational Excellence, and Procurement Business Partners to align category strategies with business needs.
* Develop tailored communications for diverse audiences to manage change, resolve conflict, and build consensus.
Market Analysis
* Budget management.
* Reporting and communication.
* Training and development.
Qualifications
Education
* Bachelor’s degree in Business / Procurement / Supply Chain Management preferred or related field.
Experience
* 5+ years' procurement/supply management experience.
* Purchasing Management Certification (ISM/CPM, CIPS) preferred.
* Strong time management and communication skills, strong drive for results.
* Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry or related industry preferred but not essential.
* Preferable 2-3 years demonstrable C(D)MO experience as it relates to CSL or bio/pharma industry.
* Preferable experience establishing C(D)MO relationships and technical transfer agreements / support.
Required Skills
* Maintains an external and strategic focus.
* Creates an accountable working environment.
* Instills personal flexibility in self and team.
* Ensures clarity around the CM(D)O sourcing strategy.
You Belong at CSL
At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement.
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