Manager, Strategic Sourcing (IQVIA Laboratories Discovery)

As Manager, Strategic Sourcing, you will lead procurement and sourcing activities across a diverse range of categories supporting Early Discovery and Preclinical Operations, including animal models, vivarium operations, laboratory consumables, scientific instrumentation, outsourced research services, logistics, and specialised laboratory support services. Procurement Strategy & Category Management Develop and implement sourcing strategies supporting Early Phase Discovery Services on a regional and global basis.

Drive procurement initiatives aligned to business growth objectives, scientific requirements, quality standards, and regulatory expectations. Act as a trusted procurement business partner to key stakeholders across the organisation. Support sourcing strategies across laboratory, scientific, and preclinical research categories. Strategic Sourcing & Project Leadership Lead end-to-end sourcing projects from planning through implementation.

Establish project plans, budgets, milestones, and success metrics. Analyse spend data from ERP systems and supplier data sources to identify value creation opportunities. Develop category baselines and market intelligence to support sourcing strategies. Conduct RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs to benchmark suppliers and validate sourcing opportunities. Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract execution.

Stakeholder Management Build strong relationships with Scientific Operations, Laboratory Management, Animal Resources and Veterinary Services, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, Facilities, and Operations teams. Identify procurement opportunities aligned to business plans, operational needs, and growth initiatives. Prepare and present sourcing recommendations, procurement strategies, and business cases to stakeholders.

Supplier Relationship Management Manage strategic supplier partnerships supporting Early Discovery and Preclinical Operations. Monitor supplier performance including quality, delivery, innovation, cost competitiveness, capacity management, and compliance. Lead supplier business reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Assess suppliers against operational, regulatory, and animal welfare requirements.

Risk Management & Supply Continuity Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier performance, laboratory supply shortages, logistics disruptions, and animal model availability. Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies for critical categories. Monitor market trends impacting laboratory operations, animal research models, preclinical services, and scientific equipment.

Vendor Management Programmes Develop procurement plans and change programmes supporting laboratory operations and business objectives. Implement vendor management frameworks that improve supplier performance and reduce risk. Ensure suppliers meet applicable regulatory, operational, quality, and animal welfare standards. Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Life Sciences, Biology, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline.

Equivalent combinations of education, professional qualifications, and relevant procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or life sciences industry experience will be considered. Essential Experience Minimum 7 years of professional experience , including at least 5 years in procurement, purchasing, supply chain management, or strategic sourcing . Experience supporting laboratory, CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated environments.

Proven experience leading complex sourcing projects and supplier negotiations. Demonstrated success managing strategic supplier relationships and delivering measurable cost savings and value creation initiatives. Experience operating within global supplier management and international sourcing environments. Preferred Experience Animal model sourcing and supplier management. Vivarium operations and su