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Supplier Relationship Lead

Scorpion Therapeutics, Lexington, Massachusetts, United States, 02173

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Role Summary

As the Supplier Relationship Lead, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of key outsourced suppliers supporting facilities management, maintenance (building, HVAC, electrical), document control, GXP cleaning, boiler operations, and related services. You will own SOPs, ensure IFM documentation and supplier-delivered services remain safe, compliant, reliable, and efficient, and meet or exceed SLAs and performance targets through governance and KPIs. You will provide guidance during audits, drive regulatory compliance and continuous improvement, and manage relationships between suppliers, customers, stakeholders, and Site Engineering. You will report into the Plant Engineering Lead. Responsibilities

Directly oversee third-party service providers supporting Site Engineering, ensuring budget-compliant and regulatory-adherent delivery of services Serve as the primary technical liaison with service providers, addressing quality and safety impacts Regularly review provider performance and costs, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiencies Oversee onboarding and ongoing alignment of IFM partners with Takeda's global vendor strategy Manage all aspects of IFM program budgeting, including development, approvals, purchase orders, accruals, and invoice reconciliation Lead contract management, including scope changes, renewals, bid events, due diligence, volumetrics, and service terminations. Develop and maintain robust supplier relationships to ensure alignment between local and global teams Monitor contract timelines, expirations, and compliance with all terms Ensure supplier performance meets contractual obligations using dashboards, scorecards, and reports Establish and manage SLAs for all IFM services at the site Oversee coordinated delivery of maintenance and facilities operations, resource allocation, and quality execution Ensure 24/7 operational readiness and effective response to site issues and alarms Provide oversight of boiler operations and ensure adequate facilities resources for reliability, compliance, and maximum availability Maintain inspection readiness and compliance with Quality, EHS, and regulatory requirements Identify and implement best-in-class maintenance practices to drive efficiency and improve KPIs Conduct and/or manage site performance audits Demonstrate strategic thinking and innovation to enhance business outcomes, patient focus, and organizational reputation Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of exemplary performance in facility operations and management Required: Proven experience managing third-party IFM firms and suppliers Required: Deep technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, and boiler operations Required: Experience in life sciences or scientific research environments Required: Strong knowledge of building maintenance principles and practices Required: Demonstrated budget management and negotiation skills Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 10+ years of experience in facility operations and management

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