Director, Procurement leading global sourcing strategies for Advanced Therapies in healthcare. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage significant capital expenditure.
Responsibilities
Develop & shape category & spend performance strategies utilizing all available capabilities & tools (category strategy, market intelligence, advanced sourcing)
Provide procurement leadership to business partners; connect resources and partner capabilities for key capital, growth, and pharmaceutical asset projects
Lead or collaborate with project teams comprising internal functions (Engineering, QA, SCM, Finance, Legal) and external partners, to design & execute sourcing, supplier selection, and supplier relationship initiatives
Develop cost improvement / avoidance initiatives through category strategies, sourcing, SRM and innovation for pharmaceutical sector needs
Contribute to J&J’s commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction in pharmaceutical operations
Build strong & sustainable relationships with market leaders in construction, engineering, validation, and commissioning relevant to pharma sites
Shape & enhance competence and capabilities of the team
Build a highly competent and diverse team of talents to partner effectively with business partners
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree (Business, Engineering, Science); MBA or other master’s preferred
10+ years relevant professional experience
Exposure to Pharmaceutical Product Development, MedTech and/or global markets is desirable
Strategic procurement, sourcing, category and supplier management experience in the supply chain environment
Experience working with technical, supply chain and functional partners
Strong business and finance acumen, and experience managing impact in complex matrix environment
Demonstrated team leadership, partnership, and cross-functional project capability
Ability to engage, interact, and negotiate enhanced value relationships with suppliers
Experience in a regulated, complex stakeholder environment; rich influencing skills
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