Director of Global Direct Procurement at Lonza leading sourcing strategies for Dosage Form Solutions. Engaging in supplier relationships, risk management, and team leadership.
Responsibilities
Lead global procurement strategies for DFS Direct Materials to deliver cost, quality, and service improvements.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive innovation and ensure continuity of supply.
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives.
Manage risk and supply assurance through proactive planning and mitigation strategies.
Represent Procurement in key customer engagements and cross-functional initiatives.
Lead and develop a global team of category managers and strategic buyers.
Champion continuous improvement and digital procurement capabilities.
Requirements
Master’s degree in business Admin, Procurement, Health & Nutrition or Pharma required.
10+ years of Pharma and Health & Nutrition global procurement experience in a matrixed environment required.
Strong leadership and influencing skills with experience managing teams.
Expertise in category management, supplier management, negotiations, and contracting.
Experience with e-procurement systems and global supplier programs.
Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Background in life sciences, CDMO, or related industries preferred.
Benefits
An agile career and dynamic working culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
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