About Aerogen:
Headquartered in the vibrant city of Galway, Ireland, with offices around the world, Aerogen is proud to be the world leader in acute care aerosol drug delivery. Recognised through multiple MedTech awards and ten-time winner of the Zenith award for Respiratory Care Excellence in North America, collectively our employees make a difference to patients lives every day, having already reached 20 million patients in over 80 countries.
Our talented and skilled team collaborate to innovate, challenge and test not only in relation to our products but every facet of how we work. We lead the way, finding innovative solutions to even the most complex problems, all in the name of delivering better patient care.
Our business is growing rapidly across the globe and as we grow, our core culture of We Care universally connects us. We believe that your ambition and integrity fuels ours and we are committed to supporting our employees to reach their full potential through tangible investment in their careers. Join us as we continue to #discoverbetter.
What is the role?
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Buyer Indirect Procurement to lead high-stakes supplier negotiations, ensuring optimal value, terms, and long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate will be a skilled communicator and dealmaker with a proven track record of delivering cost savings, contract advantages, and supplier performance improvements through world-class negotiation strategies.
What are the key responsibilities?
Strategic Negotiations
* Lead and manage complex, high-value supplier negotiations across multiple categories and regions.
* Develop and execute negotiation strategies tailored to business objectives, risk profiles, and supplier dynamics.
* Ensure competitive pricing, optimal terms & conditions, and service-level agreements are achieved in every negotiation.
Contract & Agreement Management
* Draft, evaluate, and finalize commercial contracts ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
* Coordinate with legal, finance, and operations to ensure favourable terms that reduce liabilities and protect business interests.
* Implement contract management tools and processes for effective lifecycle tracking and renewal alerts.
Supplier Strategy & Performance
* Identify, qualify, and onboard key strategic suppliers through structured negotiation and due diligence.
* Drive supplier consolidation where appropriate to leverage spend and increase value.
* Monitor supplier performance and manage corrective action plans based on negotiated service levels and KPIs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with internal stakeholders including operations, R&D, marketing, finance, and legal to align procurement goals with broader business strategies.
* Act as the key liaison between internal customers and external vendors for all negotiation matters.
Cost Leadership & Value Creation
* Identify cost-reduction opportunities through negotiation, redesign, bundling, and process improvements.
* Lead should-cost modelling and competitive benchmarking exercises to strengthen negotiation positions.
* Support product development and innovation through early supplier engagement and joint value creation.
Risk Management & Compliance
* Identify and mitigate commercial, geopolitical, and supply chain risks during contract negotiation.
* Ensure adherence to ethical procurement practices, regulatory guidelines, and sustainability goals.
* Conduct supplier audits and enforce anti-corruption/anti-bribery clauses as part of contracts.
Market Intelligence & Competitive Benchmarking
* Conduct regular market and commodity research to inform sourcing and negotiation strategies.
* Benchmark pricing, lead times, and contract terms against industry standards to stay competitive.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
* Coach junior procurement staff in effective negotiation techniques and procurement strategy.
* Promote knowledge sharing and negotiation best practices across the procurement organization.
What education and experience are required?
* Bachelors degree in supply chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
* MBA or professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) preferred.
* Minimum 610 years of procurement experience with at least 4 years in supplier negotiation roles, preferably in a multinational or complex industry environment.
What key skills will make you great at the role?
* Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
* Deep understanding of procurement processes, strategic sourcing, and contract law.
* Strong analytical mindset and familiarity with total cost of ownership (TCO) models.
* Ability to manage multiple negotiations simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
* Proficiency in procurement tools and MS Office.
* Core Negotiation Skills
* Strategic negotiation techniques
* Win-win negotiation mindset
* Contractual and commercial negotiation
* Conflict resolution
* Tactical planning and preparation
* Persuasion and influencing
* Counterparty behavior analysis
* Concession management
* Procurement & Commercial Expertise
* Strategic sourcing
* Supplier market intelligence
* Category management
* Contract management and drafting
* Cost modeling and TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) analysis
* RFI/RFQ/RFP processes
* Spend analysis and optimization
* Supplier performance evaluation and KPIs
* Financial & Legal Acumen
* Understanding of pricing models and cost structures
* Risk and compliance awareness
* Knowledge of contract law and procurement regulations
* Budgeting and financial forecasting
* Interpersonal & Communication Skills
* Cross-functional collaboration
* Executive-level communication and presentation
* Internal stakeholder alignment
* Active listening and empathy
* Assertiveness with diplomacy
* Analytical & Technical Competencies
* Data-driven decision-making
* Advanced Excel / data analysis tools
* Proficiency in ERP and procurement tools
* Scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling
* Leadership & Behavioral Competencies
* Decision-making under pressure
* Accountability and ownership
* Strategic thinking and vision
* Mentoring and team development
* Adaptability and resilience
What is it like to work at Aerogen?
Our purpose is to transform patient lives and our ethos is to #discoverbetter. This also translates to how we look after our people. We want talented, passionate and engaged people to join Aerogen and build your career with us. We understand that your life evolves through different stages, and we are here to support our global team with a range of financial and non-financial rewards and benefits. Theres something for everyone Here is an idea of what we offer:
* Excellent medical care.
* Bonus & Pension.
* Aerogen Connect our employee led programme which supports our global teams to unite and have fun.
* We pledge 1% of profits and time to charities and organisations.
Aerogen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equality in the workplace. If you have any difficulty using our application process, please contact us by emailing Please include your name and preferred method of contact.