Senior Manager of Procurement (Direct)

GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com.

Summary

Reporting to the Director of Procurement, the Senior Manager of Procurement will be responsible for the execution of sourcing strategies and business processes that enhance vendor performance and cost effectiveness for the organization. We are looking for a seasoned procurement leader who has evolved from hands-on sourcing to a strategic, business-impacting role. This role will assist in improving speed to contract execution and implementing best practices in procurement to support commercial and operational objectives. This role will utilize technology and talent capabilities to drive continual improvement in procurement processes and controls.

This position will be hybrid in office three days per week in Gaithersburg, MD and may require occasional travel (

Job Responsibilities

• Manages the activities of the Procurement staff, schedule and prioritize work activities.
• Develop strong customer relations and drive cross functional collaboration with the following stakeholders. Supports internal business partners by communicating with Supplier on agreements/contracts for price, quality, timeliness, and other factors. Provides inputs and suggestions into contract negotiation strategies and recommends contract changes which support the company’s best interest.
• Assists in establishing, maintaining, and implementing procedures that comply with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and manage strategic supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance.
• Expedite and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Write and analyze requisitions, invoices, supply requests and supply orders.
• Work closely with all areas of upper management, accounting departments, finance departments, as well as outside vendors, to improve communication and processes.
• Support special and/or process improvement projects.
• Works with internal and external auditor and/or regulatory agencies.
• Ensures compliance with company authorized signature levels.
• Resolves disputes or complaints / works with suppliers on correction actions.
• Helps process returns as needed.
• Maintains purchase order reports and analytics, to support monthly department dashboards.
• Analyzes monthly/quarterly KPIs (metrics) to continuously improve cost, spend, and efficiencies.
• Drafts SOP procedures to aid in communicating and training team members throughout organization, enhancing efficiency, proficiency, and compliance.
• Key contributor and driver of an annual STRAT plan using cost-benefit analysis in identifying opportunities for cost saving.
• Support and execute approved supply plans.
• Manage revisions and/or termination of services, contracts, etc.
• Ensure effective communication and follow-through is maintained to promote an exceptional internal service level.
  
  

People Manager

• Lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring strong internal controls and operational excellence.
• Provide mentorship, training, and career development opportunities.
• Set clear objectives, monitor team performance, and drive continuous improvement.
  
  

Education, Experience, And Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Industry certifications (CPSM, CPM) preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive Procurement, Supply Chain, or Strategic Sourcing experience required, biotech or life sciences industries experience a plus
• Experience with contract management and vendor relationship management
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite) and digital procurement platforms (Ariba, Coupa, Zip, etc.).
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding work environment.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills, along with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Understands budgeting and cost management helps in making sound financial decisions.
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Industry certifications (CPSM, CPM) preferred
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
  
  

Work Environment

• This role primarily operates in a professional office environment, with regular use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• The position requires extended periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, and occasional walking, standing, and light lifting.
  
  

Pay Transparency, Budgeted Range

$115,000—$135,000 USD

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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.

At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.

Experts In What Matters Most.

With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.

SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.

From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
• Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.
  
  

CLINICAL EXPERTISE

• Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
• Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
• Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.
  
  

Learn more About Us here.

Our Culture

At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by:  

• Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution. 
• Communicate directly, with empathy. 
• Do what we say we're going to do.  
• Be adaptable to change.  
• Operate with a bias for action.  
  
  

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits
  
  

GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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