Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:  ARWR) is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that develops medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes that cause them. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and efficient modes of delivery, Arrowhead therapies trigger the RNA interference mechanism to induce rapid, deep, and durable knockdown of target genes. RNA interference, or RNAi, is a mechanism present in living cells that inhibits the expression of a specific gene, thereby affecting the production of a specific protein. Arrowhead’s RNAi-based therapeutics leverage this natural pathway of gene silencing.

Arrowhead is focused on developing innovative drugs for diseases with a genetic basis, typically characterized by the overproduction of one or more proteins that are involved with disease. The depth and versatility of our RNAi technologies enables us to potentially address conditions in virtually any therapeutic area and pursue disease targets that are not otherwise addressable by small molecules and biologics. Arrowhead is leading the field in bringing the promise of RNAi to address diseases outside of the liver, and our clinical pipeline includes disease targets in the liver and lung with a promising pipeline of preclinical candidates.

Arrowhead’s corporate headquarters is in Pasadena, CA with research and development teams in Madison, WI and San Diego, CA.  Our employees are nimble, science-driven innovators who are collaborating to bring new therapies to patients in need. 

The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for developing and managing strategic sourcing for their given commodities or supply base segment. This role involves developing sourcing strategies and leading the RFx process (RFI, RFQ, RFP) through award and contracting execution. Additional responsibilities include supporting or owning supplier management for their given commodity or supply base segmentation in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Responsible for strategic sourcing and supplier management of a given commodity or supply base segment within CMC and Supply Chain. Project Manage RFx and strategic sourcing activities, collaborating with internal stakeholders to support overall business needs, including: Manage RFx process, including development of requirements, drafting RFx (RFI, RFQ, RFP) documents, facilitating team meetings, and supporting contract negotiations Leverage benchmarking data and market research to support commodity or segment management and strategic sourcing initiatives Support internal stakeholders with reviewing all aspects of the Sourcing process, including evaluating supplier capabilities and risk identification/mitigation Prepare and present business cases and award justifications to leadership Support onboarding/qualification of suppliers in partnership with Quality and internal stakeholders Support or lead strategic supplier management activities, including but not limited to: Developing and monitoring KPIs Leading or participating in Business Reviews Support supplier QMS processes for CAPA/SCAR/DEV/CNs and ASL (Approved Supplier List) accuracy Manage risk and ensure business continuity through effective sourcing and supplier management strategies Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders or business owners and suppliers. Stay current with knowledge of relevant market leaders, market risks, and supplier capabilities within a given commodity or supply base segment Support development and implementation of supplier management policies and procedures for CMC and Supply Chain suppliers

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, procurement or a scientific field (e.g., Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology), or equivalent combination of related education and experience. 5 years of experience in supplier management, procurement, or quality assurance Experience with supplier QMS processes such as CAPA, SCAR, DEV, and CNs Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies and supplier risk management Proficiency in developing and monitoring KPIs Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to stay current with market trends and supplier capabilities

Preferred 

Experience in operations, supply chain, or project management roles Experience with Project Management Software such as Smart Sheet or MS Project Experience with an ERP system such as Microsoft Dynamics (D365) or SAP

Wisconsin pay range $110,000—$125,000 USD

Arrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package.   

All applicants must have authorization to work in the US for a company.   

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