Lead or support sourcing initiatives to identify the right supplier partners and build adequate material capacities to support business.
Influence business decision-making to deliver ongoing value improvements and drive competitive advantage.
Lead RFPs, applying e-sourcing systems effectively to drive speed to the market and decision-making internally through the tool.
Develop and/or support category sourcing strategy for defined portfolio through Business needs assessment, Market Intelligence, Supplier evaluations, and sourcing choices.
Proactively engage business partners and/or category managers to identify their needs and incorporate those needs into sub-category strategies.
Develop and lead supplier partnerships / external manufacturing partnerships to drive performance delivery, risk mitigation, and value through supplier-enabled innovation.
Mitigate business risk through the understanding of commercial, legal, and regulatory requirements and the use of efficient contracting channels demonstrating standard processes and technology.
Lead, support, or engage as a procurement authority in projects ranging from contracting, supply reliability, innovation, and new product development.
Represent procurement in end-to-end supply chain initiatives of manufacturing network, digital tools/ technology adoption, and resiliency.
Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelor's/University or equivalent degree is required; advanced (MBA) degree or focused degree preferred in Business, Life Sciences, or related field
Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience
Demonstrated experience in Strategic Procurement, Sourcing, Category Management, and/or Supplier Management, preferably in the Supply Chain Environment
Demonstrated ability to influence and shape projects without direct team/authority and effectively collaborate with differing view points of cross-functional partners and business leaders (e.g., Procurement, Marketing, R&D, and Supply Chain)
Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to respond to changes in the external environment, while ensuring the organization can effectively and efficiently move through transitions
Requires proficiency in English (written and verbal) to communicate effectively and professionally.
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