When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs.  With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Title

Manager, VCO

Location(s)

US Remote - CT

Job Description

Oversees analysis and assessments that identify problems within company processes, using data from internal and external sources. Provides insight to decision-makers. Manages the identification and interpretation of patterns in datasets to locate influences. Oversees forecasts, recommendations and strategic/tactical plans based on business data and market knowledge. Responsible for anticipating change and providing data and analytics solutions.

Responsibilities: 

• Partner closely with commercial & procurement leaders to develop procurement strategy & optimize sourcing of $35M+ annual consumables spend
• Provide regular updates to PerkinElmer senior executives and board level leadership on opportunities, including sharing discrete action plans to drive results
• Develop standard reporting for consumables spend and lead KPI & action tracking reviews with key stakeholders, working closely with data analysis & delivery teams
• Drive improved sourcing performance through identification of new suppliers, local market sourcing, consolidation of spend, and supplier renegotiations
• Develop negotiation strategy for key suppliers, partnering closely with procurement leadership to deliver results that support margin expansion
• Lead cross-functional stakeholders, including R&D, procurement & commercial teams, to deliver targeted savings & optimize portfolio sourcing
• Build deep consumables portfolio understanding and partner with commercial leaders, R&D, and suppliers to identify attractive product portfolio expansion opportunities
• Partner with corporate development leadership to develop an acquisition & partnership roadmap that will drive further consumables growth & margin expansion
• Evaluate potential new product proposals from third parties & partner with corporate development leadership to negotiate agreements that deliver profitable growth

Profile Characteristics:

• Strong analytical ability
• High degree of ownership & accountability
• Good communication & interpersonal skills
• Experience with procurement or sourcing required
• Experience with product management or portfolio strategy preferred

Expected background

• Consultant at top tier firm or big four
• Product Manager at blue chip firm
• Leadership Program at blue chip firm
• Pharma/Life sciences experience preferred but not required

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.