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Date: 1/22/2010
Company: Gen-Probe, Incorporated
Address: 10210 Genetic Center Drive

City: San Diego, CA 92121
Title: Sr. Manager Procurement
Openings: 1
Location: San Diego
Start Date: -

Salary: -

Qualifications: “The Power to Look Deeper”
Awarded the 2008 Grand Prize at the local Workplace Excellence Awards, Gen-Probe is a respected biotech employer of choice in San Diego and a global leader in the research, development, manufacturing and marketing of nucleic acid probe-based products used for the diagnosis of human diseases and for screening of donated human blood. We offer a state-of-the-art facility in a prime location with world-class benefits. We’re currently looking for team members who have “The Power to Look Deeper” in developing the best products, technologies and service.

“The Power to Shape Your Future”
We are seeking a Sr. Manager, Procurement who will manage procurement activities for Gen-Probe. This will include overseeing supplier relations, supplier quality management, and material requirements planning.

Duties: DESCRIPTION OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develops corporate inventory policy.
• Provides material management system support of ERP system.
• Works with Legal department to ensure binding legal supply agreements and contracts.
• Purchases materials and services.
• Provides support during internal and external audits.
• Ensures compliance with applicable antitrust laws and regulations.
• Ensures compliance with FDA and ISO regulations.
• Establishes, maintains and implements procedures that comply with regulatory requirements.
• Develop business relationships with vendors.
• Establish and monitor procurement practices.
• Assists in developing and managing the department budget.
• Provides on-going support of the company’s ERP system, materials management module.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Typically requires BS and 10-12 years related experience or MS and 8-10 year related experience.
• Management experience required.
• Certified in CPIM through APICS and/or Certified Purchasing Mgr through ISM
• Knowledge of FAR
• Working knowledge of computerized Purchasing/Inventory Management/MRP systems.
• SAP experience helpful.

Gen-Probe offers a dynamic and innovative work environment along with excellent benefits that include company sponsored medical/dental/vision benefits, stock options (NASDAQ:GPRO), bonus potential, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation/sick time /holidays, assistance with continuing education, on-site fitness center and our own Waterfall Café.

We invite you to view our Career Video!
http://www.view-career-video.com/videos/genprobe/

Please apply online by visiting:
http://www.gen-probe.jobs

Local candidates only.
No agencies please.

Contact: Matt Herman, PHR
Address: 10210 Genetic Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92121
Phone: -
E-mail: