Job Description

The Senior Director, Global Procurement – Travel, Fleet & Meetings is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the procurement and operational management of the organization's global travel, fleet, meetings and corporate card categories. This role combines strategic sourcing expertise with operational excellence to drive cost efficiencies, enhance supplier relationships, and deliver innovative solutions that align with the company’s business objectives. The leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of procurement strategies with travel, fleet, and meetings operations, ensuring compliance, sustainability, and service excellence.

This role will require 4 days per week onsite at Regeneron's offices; which may include Warren, NJ with 2 days per week required in our Global HQ in Tarrytown . This is not available as a fully remote / hybrid work.

As the Sr. Director, Global Procurement this role may include:

Strategic Procurement Leadership, Sourcing, Contracting, and Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and execute global category strategies for travel, fleet, meetings, and corporate card programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including supplier negotiations and contract management, to achieve cost savings, sustainability, and risk mitigation.
• Drive Supplier Relationship Management, ensuring effective partnerships that support organizational goals and enhance supplier collaboration
• Identify and implement best practices across procurement and sourcing functions to optimize spend and enhance supplier performance.
• Leverage data analytics and market intelligence to optimize spend, enhance supplier performance, and identify trends.
• Advise senior leadership on procurement strategies, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Act as an enterprise leader by driving alignment across global teams, influencing strategic priorities, and championing initiatives that deliver value and innovation across the organization.

Travel, Fleet, and Meetings Management

• Oversee global travel programs, ensuring compliance with policies, traveler satisfaction, and cost efficiency.
• Manage relationships with travel vendors (TMCs, airlines, hotels), and drive adoption of technology for operational improvements.
• Lead global fleet strategies, including procurement, leasing, and maintenance, while ensuring compliance with safety and sustainability standards.
• Develop and manage a global meetings and events program, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver cost-effective and innovative solutions.

Corporate Card Program Oversight

• Manage the corporate card program, ensuring seamless operations, compliance, and alignment with company policies.
• Partner with Finance and stakeholders to drive adoption and optimize spend visibility.

Compliance and Sustainability

• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements across all procurement and operational activities.
• Drive sustainability initiatives, including carbon footprint reduction and environmentally friendly practices.

Team Leadership and Development

• Build and lead a high-performing global team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to team members.
• Lead active performance management and talent development initiatives, fostering skill growth, career progression, and continuous improvement within the team

Leadership and Influence:

• Inspire and motivate teams by promoting a positive, engaging work environment.
• Communicate with clarity, enthusiasm, and optimism across all levels of the organization.
• Act as a champion for strategic sourcing, influencing organizational direction and driving successful outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and department leaders, providing counsel and execution support.

This role may be for you if you have the following:

• Requires experience managing mid to senior level procurement and operations professionals
• Proven track record developing category strategies to meet Pharma/Biotech company goals
• Demonstrated proficiency introducing new applications and policies based on professional principles
• Experience formulating strategy and vision regarding issues that have company-wide impact

To be considered for this role you must possess a Bachelor’s degree plus 15 years of relevant, progressive experience within procurement, to preferably include 12 years directly in sourcing Pharma/Biotech or a Master’s degree plus 13 years of relevant, progressive experience within procurement, to preferably include 10 years directly in sourcing within Pharma/Biotech

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.

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