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For our Pharma client based in Basel, we are currently looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist.
We seek an experienced and strategic Senior Procurement Specialist with a strong background in Company Carve-outs & Divestments to join our client's dynamic procurement team. This role is critical in managing and optimizing procurement processes, especially related to Indirect Procurement Categories such as Technology, Logistics, Professional Services, and MRO during and after Carve-out activities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of procurement in a CDMO organization, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to drive cost efficiencies while aligning with strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support procurement activities related to Carve-out, including due diligence, planning, and execution to ensure seamless transition and system integration.
2. Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, manage vendor performance, and ensure compliance.
3. Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability; conduct market research on industry trends.
4. Oversee contract creation, negotiation, and management, ensuring compliance with policies and legal standards.
5. Analyze and implement strategies for cost savings and process improvements in indirect procurement categories.
6. Assess and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities, including supplier, contractual, and compliance risks.
7. Collaborate with IT, Automation, Quality, MRO, Finance, Legal, and other departments to align procurement with organizational and Carve-out objectives.
8. Develop procurement performance metrics and reports; provide insights through data analysis.
9. Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement policies and best practices.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field; Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred.
* 7-10 years of indirect procurement experience, with 3-5 years focused on Carve-out & Divestment activities.
* Extensive knowledge of procurement processes, contract and vendor management.
* Proven experience managing procurement aspects of business divestment, including planning and execution.
* Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple priorities.
* Technical proficiency with procurement software, MS Office Suite, and ERP systems.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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