MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE 

 

Understand the overall supply market and its key drivers. Undertake research and analysis of the external

supply market ensuring that information is shared within DPTO to create informational advantage, help fact-

based decisions and reduce supply risks.

Ensure an efficient exchange of information and a close working relationship with the Business Units across DPTO.

Provides leadership and guidance to BU Managers for developing and executing strategic China supplier

programs.

Establish and maintain an expanded network of contacts to share best practices, expertise and business insights across regions and areas.

Work collaboratively with EPD Finance and representatives of DPTO team to implement EPD DPTO strategic plan and achieve organizational goals.

Promote quality and compliance, simplification and standardization in EPD DPTO.

Supports development, implementation and measurement of contract performance of the supply base including performance metrics for total price savings, cost drivers, supplier-initiated savings, consolidation of parts and conducts industry research and market surveys in order to stay current with best strategic sourcing practices and demands.

Support the design, implementation, and optimization to ensure the successful realization of the global DPTO strategy-based processes, objectives and systems from an end-to-end perspective (source to market)

Assists in development and execution of strategic supplier base plans and reduce costs and process variations by identifying, developing and applying appropriate tools and tactics.

Identifies and assists in implementation of programs to reduce supply base and achieve cost reduction goals.

Supports analysis activities and the implementation efforts of strategic supplier sourcing for specific categories and corporate programs.

Evaluates business case and cost/benefit analyses for the senior management team to facilitate sound business decision-making.

Assists in management of supplier capabilities including but not limited to capacity planning, tooling and resource investments.

Incorporate market needs into the strategic DPTO programs.

Assist in deployment and execution of supplier base optimization initiatives within EPD and other Divisions

Lead cross-functional program teams

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

The Senior Procurement Specialist will identify, research, evaluate and suppliers that meet the organisation’s standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply. 

The role will  evaluate complex sales and promotional campaigns to secure reduced prices. 

Assess variety of supplier’s products to ensure they that they comply with specifications and meet the organization’s quality standards. 

Requires high degree of skills and independence in negotiation activities. 

Typically involved in large and/or more complex purchases and suppliers that have higher impact on the organisation’s products, processes and budget. 

May coach and provide instruction to lower-level staff. 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

 

Education 

Bachelor's degree and/or comparable educational background required.

 

Experience:

10 + years of global supply chain and procurement experience · Management experience (team and project management) preferably in the pharmaceutical industry Contractual experience (Third Party Manufacturing, Contract Manufacturing, Procurement, Distribution). Good understanding of International Supply Chain/Operations processesProficiency in English, other languages are advantageous Skills · Able to organize colleagues and actively promote the development of a cross-functional culture of excellence and shape the future direction of the business. Proactive internal and external stakeholder communication, coordination and collaboration. Implement agenda under rapidly changing circumstances in complex matrix environments. Ability to work efficiently in complex and deadline-driven operations, not losing focus on accuracy and quality. Proven track record to set priorities and adapt them accordingly at short notice. Effectively work on multiple, unrelated projects simultaneously. · Global vision of the interactions in a demanding environment. Provide expert guidance to DPTO Managers and project teams and allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Working understanding of the supplier industries. Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels to achieve organizational goals. · Ability to modify strategies according to market dynamics and internal requirements.Good understanding of broader business objectives and implications of strategic planning across category areas for regional/global businesses.Ability to judge, combined with a persuasive power.Global and creative mind set and strategic orientation. Self-motivated team player with a positive “can-do” attitude. Persists in the face of obstacles. Team player - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Ability to adapt in a high pressured an ever-changing business environment. · Ability to constructively cope with conflicts. Strong and proven analytical, organizational and decision-making skills. Strategic thinking, result and cost oriented. Proactive, open minded and independent working method. Accuracy, reliability and conscientiousness.