Job Description
The Associate Director, Regional Procurement leads strategic procurement initiatives supporting manufacturing operations and growth across multiple sites.
This role drives value through effective sourcing strategies, supplier performance, risk mitigation, and strong stakeholder partnership in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing and procurement projects aligned to business and site objectives.
Drive commercial value through negotiation, cost reduction, working capital improvement, and supply risk mitigation.
Manage supplier performance and relationships to ensure reliable, compliant supply and continuous improvement.
Support end-to-end new product introduction activities, influencing sourcing decisions from early development.
Partner closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers across regional and global networks.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related discipline; advanced degree desirable.
Significant experience in procurement and project leadership within a regulated environment.
Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver complex, cross-site initiatives.
Experience supporting biologics or vaccines manufacturing and sterile operations preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills in a global, matrix environment.
Required Skills
Negotiation
NPI Management
Procurement
Regulated Industries
Strategic Sourcing
Strategic Thinking
Supply Chain Risk Management
Vendor Management
Preferred Skills
EU GMP
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Production
EEO Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.
Benefits
Hybrid working model and flexible arrangements are available for eligible roles.
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