Associate Director - Indirect Procurement

Celltrion is a leading biopharmaceutical company that specializes in research, development and manufacturing of innovative therapeutics. We are committed to delivering innovative and affordable medications to promote patients’ access to advanced therapies. We have been at the forefront of biotherapeutic development uncovering new ways of targeting the drivers of disease by creating next-generation biologics and small molecule products. Celltrion Branchburg, LLC is a subsidiary of Celltrion USA, established in 2025 following Celltrion USA’s acquisition of Eli Lilly’s drug substance (DS) manufacturing facility located in Branchburg. By linking robust local manufacturing capabilities with an existing direct sales network, we aim to generate greater synergies across our operations. Looking ahead, we also anticipate expanding into the global contract manufacturing organization (CMO) sector. Position Brand Description: The Associate Director, Indirect Procurement is responsible for leading all indirect procurement activities for the Branchburg site. This role oversees sourcing, negotiation, purchasing, contract management, supplier relationship management, and ongoing procurement support for indirect materials and services, including but not limited to energy, logistics, facilities and site services, professional service providers, consultants, maintenance-related services, and other site support categories. The position is responsible for managing contracts such as Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, addenda, amendments, and related procurement documentation to ensure commercial value, compliance with company requirements, and alignment with business needs. This individual will lead a small team of approximately 2-3 procurement professionals and will collaborate closely with site stakeholders, Finance, Legal, Quality, Engineering, Operations, and HQ Procurement in Korea to support effective procurement execution, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing initiatives. Key Objectives/Deliverables: Manage for Results /Strategic Planning: Develop and execute indirect procurement strategies that support site operations, cost management, supply continuity, contract compliance, and supplier performance. Lead sourcing events, bid evaluations, supplier selection, negotiation, and purchasing activities for indirect categories across the site. Establish category plans and procurement priorities for key spend areas such as energy, logistics, site services, professional services, consultants, and other indirect materials and services. Identify opportunities to improve total cost of ownership, service quality, contract coverage, risk mitigation, and process efficiency. Maintain strong governance around procurement transactions, contract lifecycle management, and compliance with company policies and applicable procedures. Manage Relationships with Key Stakeholders and Customers: Partner with internal stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Facilities, Quality, Finance, Legal, EHS, IT, and other functions to understand business requirements, define scopes of work, support supplier selection, resolve procurement issues, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Build and maintain effective supplier relationships through regular business reviews, performance management, issue escalation, and continuous improvement activities. Coordinate with HQ Procurement in Korea to align procurement strategies, supplier decisions, contract terms, reporting requirements, and sourcing initiatives across entities. Provide guidance to stakeholders on procurement processes, contract requirements, purchasing timelines, and supplier engagement expectations. Staff Development and Management: Lead, coach, and develop a small indirect procurement team of approximately 2-3 employees. Set clear priorities, assign workload, monitor performance, and support professional development for team members responsible for sourcing, purchasi…

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