SAP Procurement Consultant supporting strategic procurement processes and supply chain solutions for clients. Engaging in technology - driven procurement transformations and enhancing user experiences in the digitization of processes.
About the role
- Senior Procurement Lead managing services procurement strategy for Sandoz in Spain and France. Overseeing strategic objectives, compliance metrics, and supplier relationships in the pharmaceutical sector.
Responsibilities
- Ensure/implement strategic objectives for procurement of services and investments at the locations in scope, derived from the overall procurement strategy
- Responsibility for objectives related to productivity and cost efficiency within the area of responsibility
- Responsibility for key compliance metrics, such as compliance in ordering and process compliance in the area of responsibility
- Provide support to centrally managed processes (e.g., Sandoz Financial Controls, TPRM – Third Party Risk Management)
- Successfully execute global, regional, and local projects across various categories and functions, ensuring alignment of key stakeholders and customer/user satisfaction
- Manage the quality of end-to-end procurement processes at site/country level, including compliance with policies, strategies, and processes
- Provide support to ensure smooth integration of service centers
- Manage relationships with (management and executive) stakeholders
- Act as the key contact point for stakeholders in the area of responsibility, building effective relationships based on mutual trust and understanding
- Understand business priorities and ensure that procurement activities effectively support business strategies
- Communicate important business information to local teams, global/regional category management, and procurement leads
- Execute the Source-to-Contract process, including appropriate strategies, approaches, and methods: prepare and lead fact-based negotiations
- Apply suitable negotiation tactics to achieve results that support business and procurement objectives
- Manage and build effective relationships with key suppliers in the area of responsibility to ensure Sandoz gains value through cost efficiency and access to innovation
- Ensure effective implementation of global supplier strategies (e.g., introduction of strategic suppliers, contractual principles, execution of global/regional contracts) at the local level
- Manage local suppliers in the area of responsibility in line with business strategies and global procurement objectives and strategies (e.g., payment terms, tail spend supplier management, local supplier management processes)
- Ensure effective communication between different Procurement functions
- Act as the main contact for stakeholders for the relevant area of responsibility
- Responsibility for personal and professional development
- Implement and comply with all instructions and requirements to ensure safe work, environmental protection, and asset safeguarding
- Perform other tasks defined in the annual goal-setting and performance review process
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or based on special appointment
Requirements
- University/Advanced level degree needed
- Master’s Degree/other advanced degree in Economics, Finance or related areas preferred
- Fluent in English (excellence in speaking and writing)
- Advanced French or Spanish desirable
- >10 years of relevant business experience
- >8 years of experience in Procurement or other related experience within the pharmaceutical, FMCG, energy or automotive industry, preferably in category management, supplier management, or related area, with a focus in the manufacturing site services domain
- Business acumen and analytical thinker
- Strong collaboration, negotiation, project management or other leadership experience
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Professional development opportunities
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