Join to apply for the Director, Sourcing role at West Pharmaceutical Services.
Job Summary
This role leads global procurement efforts for a comprehensive category set encompassing direct materials, capital assets, and indirect sourcing. You will develop and implement category strategy, strategic sourcing plans, and a roadmap that directly supports business and operating unit objectives while promoting a globally harmonized procurement operating model.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Lead procurement and sourcing leads to deliver objectives and provide mid‑to‑long term direction across accountable categories.
* Guide and support sourcing teams to apply a global category management framework, execute sourcing and contracting initiatives, and deliver optimal total cost of ownership, supplier base consolidation, and efficiency gains.
* Provide proactive SRM and SPM for the supplier base, manage supply issues, and coordinate with Global Supply Chain leads on supplier resolution.
* Possess deep knowledge of Direct Materials, Capital Assets, and Indirect Sourcing landscapes and market drivers, including experience with device, electrical, electronic, and moulded component sourcing.
* Find and implement strategic sourcing solutions that are new or previously unexploited.
* Recommend best‑practice standards and internal policies globally, with leadership approval for global implementation.
* Identify and assess risks and benefits of sourcing decisions and present proposals to mitigate risk.
* Build and maintain a productive relationship with cross‑functional peers and align cross‑functional targets.
* Execute supplier relationship management to ensure continuous improvement, best‑in‑class pricing, quality, and service continuity.
* Ensure compliance with all regulations, policies, safety rules, and confidentiality requirements.
Education
* Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field or equivalent experience.
* Master’s Degree/MBA preferred.
Work Experience
* Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in sourcing, supplier, category management, or related functions.
* Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Comprehensive knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and company policy relevant to the role.
* Excellent category management, sourcing, SRM, SPM and contracting expertise, including negotiation experience.
* Demonstrated leadership in high‑performing teams with the ability to influence.
* Project management skillset and ability to apply proven processes and tools.
* Ability to partner with senior leadership teams at manufacturing sites and global functions.
* Strong influencing, change‑management, and negotiation abilities.
* Ability to present and advocate sourcing cases to diverse audiences.
* Proactive, fast‑learner, and self‑starter.
* Excellent analytical, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Proficiency in English.
Travel Requirements
20% travel: up to 52 business days per year.
Physical Requirements
Sedentary work with occasional lifting up to 10 lbs (4 kg). Regular sitting during the work day.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation, please email Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, employment is contingent upon satisfactory background screening and/or pre‑employment drug screening.
#J-18808-Ljbffr