Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? CellCarta, a leading Contract Research Organization, is seeking a Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize procurement processes, and collaborate with Finance to enhance cost visibility and profitability. Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to operational excellence and supporting the mission of advancing human health and well-being. Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting career with CellCarta

Summary

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services while maintaining quality and supplier performance standards. This role combines strong procurement leadership with cost accounting expertise to enhance financial visibility, optimize spend, and improve profitability across the organization.

Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned with business goals and budget objectives;
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure optimal value and quality;
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk to ensure continuity of supply;
• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, process improvement, and demand management;
• Oversee purchase order processes and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Lead initiatives to streamline purchasing and inventory processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency;
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, procurement policies, and regulatory requirements;
• Implement procurement KPIs and dashboards to monitor spend, supplier performance, and savings;
• Support audit requests and documentation related to procurement and cost accounting.

Cost Accounting & Financial Analysis

• Partner with Finance to analyze procurement costs, variances, and cost drivers impacting margins;
• Maintain accurate cost records for materials, components, and services used in production or operations;
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory valuation, accruals, and cost of goods sold (COGS);
• Collaborate with accounting to reconcile purchase transactions and ensure correct General Ledger (GL) postings;
• Provide cost analysis and forecasts to support budgeting, pricing, and profitability initiatives.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• Professional certifications such as C.P.M., CPSM, CMA, or CPA are a plus.

Main Requirements

• Minimum 5-8 years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years involving cost accounting or financial analysis;
• Experience in manufacturing, healthcare, or other cost-driven industries is preferred;
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret cost data and translate it into actionable insights;
• Proficiency in ERP systems (Microsoft D365, LIMS, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Excel for cost and spend analysis;
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills;
• Detail-oriented, results-driven, and capable of balancing strategic and operational priorities;
• Knowledge of GAAP and standard cost accounting principles

Working Conditions

• Full-time permanent position, hybrid, with 2-3 days onsite per week.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Competitive Wages;
• Vacation and Personal Days;
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Plans;
• RRSP Contribution with Employer Matching;
• Employee Annual Incentive Plan (EAIP);
• Dialogue Telemedicine Service and Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Referral Program;
• Career Advancement Opportunities.

About CellCarta

CellCarta is a leading provider of specialized precision medicine laboratory services to the biopharmaceutical industry. Leveraging its integrated analytical platforms in immunology, histopathology, proteomics, and genomics, as well as related specimen collection and logistics services, CellCarta supports the entire drug development cycle, from discovery to late-stage clinical trials. The Company operates globally with facilities located in Canada, USA, Belgium, Australia, and China.

Joining CellCarta means working with dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission of impacting the future of patient therapy. We make a difference in the lives of patients around the world

Join us as we make an impact on patient therapy

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