Category Manager, Instrumentation

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada STEMCELL Technologies Full time

**Job Description Summary**:
We are looking for a collaborative and analytical Category Manager with a continuous improvement mindset to oversee Procurement activities pertaining to the instrumentation category. In this role you will manage a portfolio of materials used for the manufacture of STEMCELL instruments and accessory products, which will consist of custom machined and fabricated parts, electro-mechanical, as well as off the shelf and custom injection molded components.

The Category Manager, Instrumentation will use in-depth knowledge of markets, suppliers, products and their cost drivers to develop, implement and manage the category strategy, with a focus on maximizing value and mitigating risk.The Category Manager will work closely with suppliers and STEMCELL’s internal teams to ensure supply continuity for STEMCELL products. This is a developing role within the Procurement team with an opportunity to contribute to shaping STEMCELL’s Procurement organization of the future.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Develop market knowledge through identifying market leaders, understanding value chains, supply and demand drivers, monitoring supply trends and shifts in technology to identify areas of opportunity and risk
- Facilitate cross functional strategic sourcing and supplier selection; work closely with external departments to align and ensure the selection meets the needs of the business
- Practice supplier relationship management principles for key suppliers; conduct internal and supplier-facing business reviews to monitor supplier’s spend and performance to drive improvement opportunities/initiatives such as cost reductions, operational efficiencies and quality improvements
- Engage in contract negotiations, supply agreement development, contract execution and management

**Knowledge and Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in relevant discipline; mechanical or process engineering background is an asset
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in procurement, manufacturing or supply chain discipline
- Knowledge and experience in injection molding and the plastics market segment is a strong asset
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
- Experience in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and exposure to ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or cGMP considered assets
- Strong analytical skills and comfort with identifying data needs and sources is required; extensive experience with Microsoft Excel is required
- Excellent facilitation and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex objectives under stringent timelines
- Team player and strong collaborator with a growth mindset, and able to stay calm and focused in high-pressure situations

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STEMCELL Technologies Inc. is a privately-owned biotechnology company based in Vancouver that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, ancillary reagents and contract assay services. We create novel, useful, standardized products of unfailing quality and deliver them to more than 70 countries via our many regional offices plus distribution centres in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble and Singapore. Driven by our love of science and our passion for quality, we see ourselves simply as “Scientists Helping Scientists” - standing by our customers to provide outstanding products, technical support and training. We have over 1000 science-oriented employees globally, including 250 PhDs/MScs, with most others holding a BSc or engineering degree. STEMCELL is proud to be the largest Biotechnology employer in Canada.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities.

STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

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