About the role

  • Head of Procurement Direct Materials leading strategic sourcing and supplier management at Teva Pharmaceuticals. Driving innovation and cost efficiency in a global operation valued at $1.5B.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Category Strategy, strategic sourcing, and supplier relationship management of all direct materials valued at about $1.5B per year globally
  • Drive innovation, cost efficiency, and supply assurance across global operations
  • Partner closely with internal SVP’s of Quality, Engineering, R&D and Manufacturing to ensure execution of supply strategies
  • Champion the integration and use of AI tools for spend analysis, demand forecasting, supplier risk modeling, and contract intelligence across the direct materials procurement team
  • Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and innovation
  • Monitor and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies as appropriate for each category

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
  • 20+ years of progressive experience in direct materials sourcing, contracting and procurement with at least 5 years within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
  • Proven track record of leading global sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations leading to best-in-class outcomes
  • Competent in using and learning Procurement or business AI platforms (e.g., Autonomous sourcing, Orchestration, contract lifecycle management, co-pilot)
  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical supply chains, processes and regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated experience implementing and/or utilizing AI/ML tools in procurement or supply chain functions
  • Experience with ESG and sustainability initiatives in supplier networks

Benefits

  • Generous annual leave
  • Reward plans
  • Flexible working schedules (dependent on role)
  • Access to tailored health support
  • Meaningful ways to give back to the community

Job title

VP, Direct Materials Procurement

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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