Job Description

Are you looking to make a significant impact in a global organisation while driving innovation and delivering high-quality solutions? At GSK, we are committed to improving global health and empowering your career growth. We are currently seeking a

Sr. Manager, R&D Procurement, Laboratory Services

to join our Procurement team, supporting our R&D and QC laboratories across the globe.

About the Role

As the

Sr. Manager, R&D Procurement, Laboratory Services

, you will take ownership of sourcing and contract management for the Lab Services category, including instrument services, technical and general lab services, and lab tech. You will play a key role in developing and implementing category strategies, negotiating and executing contracts, and managing supplier relationships to ensure GSK's performance, quality, and financial objectives are met.


In this role, you will collaborate with global teams across multiple countries, requiring high cultural awareness, and work closely with senior leadership to deliver procurement strategies that maximize supplier leverage while driving continuous improvements. You will also be responsible for identifying opportunities to streamline processes and generate significant value for GSK.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead complex sourcing and category management activities for Lab Services within a global framework. Develop and implement category strategies aligned with GSK's strategic goals. Plan, negotiate, execute, interpret, and maintain contracts while managing ongoing supplier negotiations. Collaborate with stakeholders and senior leaders to ensure successful deployment of strategies globally and regionally. Champion sourcing group management processes and policies across functions. Ensure compliance with risk, regulatory, and quality requirements in all supplier interactions. Lead end-to-end procurement processes, driving continuous improvement, in-house vs. third-party vs. outsourcing strategies. Manage and monitor supplier relationships outside of the enterprise SRM structure for this category. Collaborate with other global procurement groups to identify synergies and optimize supplier relationships. Generate value in terms of quality, delivery, cost, and contribute significantly to GSK's goals.

About You

We are looking for a strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and the confidence to engage and challenge senior leaders. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in procurement, supply chain, business, or finance, along with experience in laboratory capabilities or scientific services provisions. You will be comfortable navigating complex global environments and possess a strong understanding of cultural differences in negotiations and supplier relationships.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

Minimum:

A university degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related fields.

Preferred:

Master's degree in Procurement, Business, Finance, or a relevant scientific discipline. Relevant experience in procurement supporting laboratory capabilities or scientific services. Proven negotiation and contract management skills, with the ability to deliver quality, timely, and compliant agreements. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, including collaboration with senior leaders across R&D and Supply Chain. Exceptional communication skills, including English proficiency (written and oral); additional languages are a plus. Deep understanding of supplier capabilities, market trends, and business processes.

Why GSK?

At GSK, we are united by our mission to help people do more, feel better, and live longer. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusion, where you'll have the opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact on global health. As part of our Procurement team, you'll play a vital role in delivering solutions that improve lives while achieving GSK's strategic objectives.

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited by the prospect of joining an organisation that values your expertise, empowers your growth, and challenges you to deliver on a global scale, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us transform the future of healthcare through innovative procurement strategies.

Closing Date:

16th November 2025

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.


People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.


GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.


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