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Job Description
We are seeking a strategic and collaborative procurement leader to join our manufacturing site team. This role is responsible for driving procurement strategy and execution to support site operations and growth. You will lead key sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver value, innovation, and compliance.
Job Description
We are seeking a strategic and collaborative procurement leader to join our manufacturing site team. This role is responsible for driving procurement strategy and execution to support site operations and growth. You will lead key sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver value, innovation, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead strategic sourcing and project execution using the Sourcing Management Process (SMP).
* Drive supplier performance, cost reduction, and risk mitigation initiatives.
* Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews and continuous improvement.
* Support new product introductions from early design through to launch.
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
* Champion supplier diversity and working capital improvements.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global/regional partners to align procurement goals with business needs.
* Provide procurement expertise and coaching to operational teams.
What You’ll Bring
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or a related field.
* 5+ years of procurement and project management experience in a GMP manufacturing environment.
* Experience working with senior leaders on large-scale change initiatives.
* Proven ability to influence sourcing decisions during early product development.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Strong project management capabilities and a continuous improvement mindset.
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Secondary Language(s) Job Description
As a company, we are committed to keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.
We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.
Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.
So, If You Are Ready To
Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.
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Employee Status
Regular
Relocation:
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements
Hybrid
Shift
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s)
Required Skills:
Adaptability, Adaptability, Commercial Contract Negotiations, Continual Improvement Process, Cost Reduction Initiatives, Data Analytics, Driving Continuous Improvement, Global Sourcing Strategies, Global Team Collaboration, Inventory Control Management, Logistics, Management Process, New Product Introduction Process, Packaging Procurement, Procurement, Production Planning, Project Management, Project Procurement Management, Raw Material Sourcing, Results-Oriented, Risk Management, Strategic Procurement Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Strategic Thinking, Supplier Diversity {+ 4 more}
Preferred Skills
Job Posting End Date:
08/2/2025
* A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID:R355259
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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