North American Regional Indirect Procurement Manager

This position is with Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD), North America, an affiliate of Recordati.

Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD) develops high-impact therapies for rare diseases, focusing on providing treatments to underserved communities in the U.S. Our mission is to mitigate the impact of rare diseases through increased awareness, better diagnoses, and improved treatment access in endocrinology, metabolic, hematology and oncology franchises. RRD is dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth and a significant impact on patients' lives.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Head, Group Indirect Procurement 

Direct Reports: None  

Areas Managed: Indirect procurement for US and Canada  

Overview

The North American Regional Indirect Procurement Manager will establish and lead the Indirect Procurement function across the U.S. and Canada. This role is responsible for driving value through strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple categories and functions. 

As a key contributor to business performance, this individual will ensure the cost-effective and timely procurement of goods and services while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational excellence. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement 

Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with global category management and North American leadership priorities  

Ensure alignment with budget targets and company guidelines  

Negotiation & Supplier Strategy 

Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms  

Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to maximize value  

Procurement Operations & Governance: 

Establish and oversee procurement processes, tools, and governance frameworks  

Provide training and guidance to stakeholders on procurement systems and best practices  

Contract Management 

Oversee contract development, review, and compliance with agreed terms and conditions  

Cost Optimization 

Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through market insights and supplier negotiations  

Ensure compliance with preferred supplier programs and effectively manage tail spend  

Process Improvement 

Continuously enhance procurement processes to improve efficiency, transparency, and compliance  

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

Partner with Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, HR, and other functions to align procurement activities with business needs  

Compliance & Risk Management 

Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards  

Maintain compliance with pharmacovigilance and adverse event reporting obligations  

Category Expertise & Stakeholder Engagement 

Serve as the regional subject matter expert across assigned spend categories  

Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to identify opportunities and deliver value  

Additional Responsibilities 

Perform additional duties as may be assigned. 

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or a related field  

5+ years’ experience in indirect procurement, including strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management  

Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industries preferred  

Demonstrated success managing procurement strategies across multiple geographies and business units 

Experience leading regional or global procurement initiatives  

Ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders, including VP and GM-level leaders  

Experience contributing to leadership team discussions and driving business outcomes 

Relevant previous experience in a similar role, preferably in healthcare and/or in mass market distributed businesses. 

Prior experience in establishing an Indirect Procurement organization within an affiliate of matrixed organization.   

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.  Based upon job requirements, employee may be required at times to attend meetings including travel out of state over weekends and nights. Employee must be able to freely operate and travel by car and train/plane modes of transportation.  Employee is required to have a valid driver’s license and means of transportation. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to fly via commercial air carrier.   

This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally is required to lift and/or move light to moderate weight up to 25 lbs. 

Location/Travel

Location: Bridgewater, NJ (Headquarters) 

Hybrid: Minimum of 3 days onsite per week 

Travel: Up to 25%, including domestic and international travel (Canada and Italy) 

FLSA Classification

This position is considered Exempt

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Recordati Rare Diseases to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.  Further, Recordati Rare Diseases will not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  Recordati Rare Diseases will provide reasonable accommodate for qualified individual with disabilities.   

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. 

Disclosures

Base Pay Range: $109,800 to $164,700 per year.
Health and Insurance Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, orthodontia, and vision coverage; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Retirement Benefits: Eligibility to participate in the company's 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, company holidays, and sick/personal time provided in accordance with company policy and applicable law.