Your responsibilities:
1. Strategy & Demand:
* Drive the development and implementation of category strategies in collaboration with business stakeholders, such as CMC, ESO, Supply Chain, Product Supply, MS&T and QA
* Identify and assess global business needs, proactively engaging with the business to achieve company objectives
* Manage demand and identify opportunities for cost optimization and procurement process improvements
2. Planning & Sourcing:
* Integrate company requirements into supplier sourcing, selection, and contracting
3. Contract & Data Management:
* Lead and support supplier contract negotiations and manage contract life cycles
* Analyze and track procurement/supplier data for better decision-making
4. Supplier Lifecycle, Performance & Compliance
* Manage supplier relationships in close collaboration with CMC and ESO to improve supplier performance and mitigate risks, such as geopolitical, financial or compliance risks
* Oversee supplier lifecycle, from approval to offboarding, aligned with business stakeholders
* Drive supplier performance in terms of time, cost, quality, and innovation
* Ensure governance and compliance in strategic procurement, adhering to internal policies and external regulations
5. Program Management:
* Translate program plans and needs into actionable procurement strategies in alignment with other procurement category teams
* Serve as the central point of contact for program management inquiries and ensure transparency and efficiency in procurement activities
* Initiate and lead cross-category meetings to ensure cohesive procurement strategies
* Report program status updates to the VP Global Procurement and escalate critical topics as needed
What you have to offer:
* Master’s degree in business administration, natural science, or related field
* 5+ years of experience in a regulated environment and proven experience in procurement and program management working with CDMOs and CMOs
* Strong ability to guide, motivate, and build relationships with team members, stakeholders, and cross-functional departments
* In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, tools, systems, supplier life-cycle management and best practices
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities to address complex situations effectively
* Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills tailored to the area of responsibility
* English proficiency at a negotiation level is mandatory; German language skills are advantageous
Your Benefits:
It's our priority to support you:
* Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account
* Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning
* Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential
* Your health and lifestyle: Company bike
* Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket
* Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare
Apply now - We look forward to your application!
Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 1 PM to 3 PM CET).
Job ID 10703 (please always specify if you have any questions)
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