Operations · NJ, United States
Company Information
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.
Legend Biotech is seeking Procurement Category Lead – R&D/Clinical as part of the Technical Operations: Sourcing & Procurement team based in Somerset, NJ.
Role Overview
This individual will work within Technical Operations and will be responsible for the delivery and implementation of global category strategies that are aligned with Legend’s corporate strategy and financial goals. The Procurement Category Lead is accountable for the development of Sourcing & Procurement strategies, category management, supplier development & performance management, contract negotiations and stakeholder management; this role will also require the ability to produce high quality analytics and lead the end-to-end RFx life-cycle, negotiations planning and supplier management. This role will work closely with other core enabling functions such as: Discovery & Research (R&D), Early Stage & Preclinical, Clinical Development, Operations and Pharmacovigilance (PV) and other business stakeholders for the specific category assigned, and will assist with the implementation of new platforms, systems and processes that enable greater operational efficiency and accuracy. The Procurement Category Lead works with the business team to identify high performing suppliers and negotiate favorable commercial terms in line with business strategy. A successful candidate is a self-motivated, strong communicator, with the ability to pull different ideas together and challenge status-quo.
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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.
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