Senior Manager, Global Sourcing - Strategy & Excellence; COE

Requisition : 34587

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates are proud to come to work each day knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world.
For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve.
Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference.
Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

This role is part of the Global Supply Chain Organization and is responsible for driving best practices, process optimization, innovation, and continuous improvement across the global procurement organization. It will lead the development and implementation of procurement strategies, policies, and tools to enable world‑class performance, ensure compliance, and maximize value delivery. The Strategy & Excellence leader will serve as a thought leader, change agent, and key business partner, collaborating with category managers and sourcing teams, and stakeholders across the enterprise.

• Strategy & Governance
  • Develop and execute the Procurement programs and roadmap aligned with organizational goals.
  • Establish and maintain procurement policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Develop, monitor and report on procurement performance metrics and KPIs.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Process Excellence & Innovation
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency, cost savings, risk mitigation and other key priorities.
  • Identify, evaluate, and implement procurement technologies and digital solutions.
  • Develop and maintain best practice toolkits, templates, and playbooks.
• Capability Building & Change Management
  • Design and deliver training programs to enhance procurement skills and knowledge.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Provide thought leadership on emerging trends and market intelligence.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
  • Partner with business units, category teams, and suppliers to support strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration to address procurement challenges and opportunities.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external audits related to procurement.
• Talent Management
  • Mentor and develop procurement professionals within the Strategy & Excellence Team and broader sourcing organization.
  • Support talent acquisition, onboarding, and succession planning for procurement Strategy & Excellence roles.

• Education
  :
  Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field); MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain Management or Engineering desirable.
• Experience
  : 8 years’ of diversified procurement, sourcing, supply chain management or operational experience in business, technical, and managerial functions. Preference for COE leadership.
• Skills
  :
  • Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, category management, and supplier relationship management.
  • Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications (SAP, Power BI, Ariba, etc.) and skills to use them effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Highly self‑motivated team player who can work effectively with management, business unit personnel, and other stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact with diplomacy and tact while maintaining appropriate assertiveness and persistence.
  • Proven leadership skills with the demonstrated ability to influence others.
  • Effective project management skills.
  • Experience in planning and executing processes.
  • Solid negotiation skills and contract management.
  • Demonstrated analytical thinking skills and the ability to solve complex problems.
  • Knowledge of internal Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies (TBCT) organizations, structure, and key players preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  :
  • APICS and/or CPSM certification or willingness to work towards same.
  • Or an equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

Lakewood, Colorado or Remote

• U.S. and international travel will be required at