Associate Director Procurement Data Analytics
Hybrid, 3 days per week Must come from Pharma/Biotech/Med Device industry This Associate Director role will provide leadership and support with the team to build capabilities (team, process & tools) to maximize financial analytics of procurement spend with intent to add value across SS&P functions from strategic sourcing to category management and procure-to-pay processes. Goal of the Procurement Analytics group is to enable effective and data-driven decision making and relationship management. Analytics and the associated data visualization should drive actionable insights to understand past performance, improve sourcing and buying decisions, mitigate business risk, and help predict and budget future decisions. Within the Finance organization, Financial Planning & Analysis is the primary Finance business partner responsible for updating forecasts and budgets. Support the Sr. Director to establish clear objectives of SS&P Procurement Analytics team and the collaborate with Financial Planning & Analysis to fully define respective roles and responsibilities and how to embed team remit into workflow. Contribute to building an effective team to ensure group aligned and equipped to deliver team objectives and priorities. Support Sr. Director to optimize or develop and apply necessary processes and tools/ technology to enable the team. Help Sr. Director oversee operations of the team and work direction. Support activities for SS&P Sourcing and Category Management team to: Manage spend by ensuring we understand total budget and spend profile to help find and prioritize cost savings and value creation opportunities - this should empower the category management and sourcing team. Drive improvements in data classification and collection to gain improved visibility of spend cross-functionally and by category, by servcie, and by vendor as applicable. Leverage spend analysis to identify key business partner groups, vendors & category spend areas for enhanced engagement to optimize cost and manage risk. Provide real-time reporting tools for efforts above. Support team to gather market intelligence and perform spend analysis on the data to inform sourcing strategies and leverage for negotiations. Equip Sourcing and Category Management colleagues with how to optimally embed financial attributes into vendor market research, preparation for RFP development, evaluation of proposal costs, and contract rate negotiation. Take on assignments of higher complexity, visibility, or risk. Support collaboration with Financial Planning & Analysis to: Understand and vet business unit requirements for analytics and reporting. Ensure clear roles and responsibilities matrix between the two teams. Contribute to budget accountability recommendations. Support change management to ensure budget accountability is built into sourcing & procurement business processes. Support development of framework for financial analytics, reporting and spend visibility to (1) category management and sourcing team colleagues, (2) internal business units and product or project governance teams, and (3) for external vendors when applicable such as for use in relationship management and business reviews. Help maximize system capabilities from SAP Analytics Cloud and future-state Ariba pay module to drive report automation. Support analytics for vendor spend modeling, focused on clinical trials. Help baseline Clinical Research Organization (CRO) costs to build spend algorithms and support F&PA cost forecasting estimates for Exelixis Product Governance decisions. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in related discipline and eleven years of related experience; or Master's degree in related discipline and nine years of related experience; or Experience: Experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech is preferred. Previous experience in Procurement or Outsourcing is preferred. Previous experience in spend analytics and cost modeling desirable. Previous experience in supporting clinical trial vendor spend forecasting and cost reporting is preferred. Experience with SAP and Ariba.
US$180000 - US$180001 per annum
San Francisco
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Category Manager
The Category Manger position will support the purchasing of Direct food categories within a Food/Beverage services company. This will include the purchasing of dry and frozen goods. This position will be based in the Riviera Beach, FL area (On-Site). Responsibilities of the Category Manager Oversee various direct food categories, including dry and frozen goods Work with the procurement team, project management and suppliers to support material buyouts for various locations. Develop and maintain strong relationship with Procurement team so purchase orders are executed correctly and precisely. Learn the procurement categories and provide guidance to all employees to adhere to our best practices and utilizing preferred suppliers. Review quotes for accuracy and work with vendors to negotiate best pricing. Qualifications of the Category Manager Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Supply Chain or related field. 3-5 years sourcing/buying experience FoodBev Industry experience required Excellent analytical and communication skills that translate to negotiation skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Outlook, and Intermediate to advanced skill level in Excel. Ability to multitask in a high volume, fast-paced work environment with firm deadlines.
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Riviera Beach
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Category Manager
The Category Manger position will support the purchasing of Direct food categories within a Food/Beverage services company. This will include the purchasing of dry and frozen goods. This position will be based in the Ocala, FL area (On-Site). Responsibilities of the Category Manager Oversee various direct food categories, including dry and frozen goods Work with the procurement team, project management and suppliers to support material buyouts for various locations. Develop and maintain strong relationship with Procurement team so purchase orders are executed correctly and precisely. Learn the procurement categories and provide guidance to all employees to adhere to our best practices and utilizing preferred suppliers. Review quotes for accuracy and work with vendors to negotiate best pricing. Qualifications of the Category Manager Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Supply Chain or related field. 3-5 years sourcing/buying experience FoodBev Industry experience required Excellent analytical and communication skills that translate to negotiation skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Outlook, and Intermediate to advanced skill level in Excel. Ability to multitask in a high volume, fast-paced work environment with firm deadlines.
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Ocala
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Lead Buyer Raw Materials
A global FMCG company that is a leading player in the food industry with a rich heritage and a strong presence in Europe is looking for a Lead Buyer for Raw Materials to join their team and contribute to their continued success. Your efforts will contribute to the company's competitive advantage, all while ensuring no compromises are made on product quality that could impact our production. Your role involves sourcing from trusted suppliers known for their quality, supplier performance, and flexibility. Specifically, you will manage a portfolio of raw materials(such as Butter, Flour, Sugarโฆ) for all European Factories and report directly to the Chief Procurement Officer. Key responsibilities: Comprehensive management of the purchasing strategy and its execution. Ongoing reduction of raw material costs while adhering to specifications. Oversight of the purchasing budget allocated to the designated category. Monitoring and benchmarking market developments for raw materials. Contribution to optimising working capital through external spending. Active participation in supplier quality assessments. Qualifications: Bachelor/Master degree in Commerce / Engineering, NEVI is an advantage Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in Purchasing Structured and precise way of working combined with analytical skills Result and customer driven, hands-on. Good set of skills in verbal and written expression Master of the English Language German, French and Dutch language profession is an advantage Experience in food raw materials sourcing Willingness to travel between the Biscuit International locations within Europe Demonstrated negotiation skills Benefits: A challenging job within a pleasant and informal working environment A market-conform salary based on your experience and skills Excelling secondary conditions (ex. Var. Bonus and Lease-car) A dynamic and growing company where your initiative will be appreciated Future development within the Business.
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Netherlands
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Lead Buyer Raw Materials
A global FMCG company that is a leading player in the food industry with a rich heritage and a strong presence in Europe is looking for a Lead Buyer for Raw Materials to join their team and contribute to their continued success. Your efforts will contribute to the company's competitive advantage, all while ensuring no compromises are made on product quality that could impact our production. Your role involves sourcing from trusted suppliers known for their quality, supplier performance, and flexibility. Specifically, you will manage a portfolio of raw materials(such as Butter, Flour, Sugarโฆ) for all European Factories and report directly to the Chief Procurement Officer. Key responsibilities: Comprehensive management of the purchasing strategy and its execution. Ongoing reduction of raw material costs while adhering to specifications. Oversight of the purchasing budget allocated to the designated category. Monitoring and benchmarking market developments for raw materials. Contribution to optimising working capital through external spending. Active participation in supplier quality assessments. Qualifications: Bachelor/Master degree in Commerce / Engineering, NEVI is an advantage Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in Purchasing Structured and precise way of working combined with analytical skills Result and customer driven, hands-on. Good set of skills in verbal and written expression Master of the English Language German, French and Dutch language profession is an advantage Experience in food raw materials sourcing Willingness to travel between the Biscuit International locations within Europe Demonstrated negotiation skills Benefits: A challenging job within a pleasant and informal working environment A market-conform salary based on your experience and skills Excelling secondary conditions (ex. Var. Bonus and Lease-car) A dynamic and growing company where your initiative will be appreciated Future development within the Business.
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Paris
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Buyer II
Summary: A company that specializes in designing and manufacturing high-purity, process-critical systems for various industries, including lab tech, biotech, semiconductor, emerging tech, water tech, and clean energy, is seeking a talented and motivated Buyer II to join their dynamic procurement team. As Buyer II, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective procurement of materials and services required for our high-tech manufacturing processes. You will collaborate closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and other team members to secure the timely delivery of quality goods while adhering to our commitment to high-purity and performance standards. The Buyer will be responsible for: Autonomous Work: Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while promptly escalating areas of concern as needed. Cost-Effective Procurement: Plans and executes the procurement of parts and materials with a focus on achieving the lowest possible cost and investment, all while maximizing customer satisfaction. Material Availability: Ensures the availability of materials, particularly for higher-end commodities, electro-mechanical components, and mechanical fabricated parts. The Buyer should have these following qualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred 5+ years experience as a buyer in a manufacturing environment Benefits/Perks: At our company, we provide attractive and adaptable benefit packages that prioritize your well-being, enabling you to maintain a balance between work and life. Full Benefits Bonus
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Dracut
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Senior Procurement Specialist
Senior Procurement Specialist Location: Odessa, TX Work Model: Onsite Summary: An industry leader in the Energy Sector is looking for a strategic procurement professional to optimize sourcing activities, vendor negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives with regard to well site services, welding, equipment rentals, and general MRO categories within Oil & Gas. Your primary function will be to collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to enhance procurement processes and metrics. Responsibilities: - Conduct daily procurement tasks, including competitive bidding and sourcing processes. - Evaluate vendor quotations, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality, cost, and delivery standards. - Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers for consolidation and cost reduction. - Enhance supplier metrics, data analysis, and procurement efficiency. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Distribution, Business, or Supply Chain Management. - 3+ years of Strategic Sourcing experience, including RFQ/RFP execution. - Proficiency in data analysis using tools like Excel. - Familiarity with calculating total cost of ownership. - Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP. - Preferred experience in specific sourcing categories. - Professional certifications and negotiation skills are a plus. Benefits: - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. - Paid time off, including holidays and additional purchase options. - 401K retirement plan with company match. - Family care program and parental leave. - Job referral and employee stock purchase programs. - Educational assistance for professional growth. If this role interests you and you want to hear more - apply in!
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Odessa
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Head of Procurement (m/f/d)
Role Overview Looking to join an industry-leading firm that is looking to double its revenue of โฌ1 billion over the next few years? Looking for a leadership position where you can drive real change within a highly ambitious mattresses and sleeping system company? Look no further! My client is seeking a dynamic procurement expert to lead the sourcing team as Head of Procurement. to drive supply network optimization and global sourcing strategy in the sleep industry. Lead teams, negotiations, and cross-functional collaborations to make a company wide impact. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Grow and mentor high-performing team members. Supply Network: Optimize supply network to meet company goals. Global Sourcing: Execute global sourcing strategy for efficiency. Market Insight: Stay updated on global trends and market opportunities. Supplier Management: Build and manage key supplier relationships. Negotiation: Lead supplier negotiations on price, margin, and terms. Risk Mitigation: Develop supply chain risk mitigation strategies. Collaboration: Work cross-functionally to drive strategic decisions. Companywide Impact: Contribute to overall company growth You Skills Entrepreneurial mindset Experience leading teams Excellent strategic procurement experience and vision At least 5+ years sourcing experience, ideally from a direct procurement background Interested? Please apply with your CV via the link today!
Negotiable
Frankfurt am Main
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Director of Supply Chain
Qualifications * Leadership experience 5+ years * 6+ years procurement experience in a manufacturing/industrials environment * Sourcing, contracting, and negotiation skills * Strong communication, works well with cross-functional teams Responsibilities * Establish and execute Supply Chain strategy and processes * Indirect Sourcing/Purchasing * Build out supply chain team * Manage supplier performance and relationships Job description Title: Director of Supply Chain Company Overview: Our client, an innovative and vertically integrated mining organization is looking for a Director of Supply Chain to establish a Supply Chain strategy to keep up with the demand of the growing business. Qualifications: * Leadership experience 5+ years * 6+ years procurement experience in a manufacturing/industrials environment * Undergraduate degree requirement, Supply Chain or Engineering background preferred * Sourcing, contracting, and negotiation skills * Strong communication, works well with cross-functional teams Responsibilities: * Establish and execute Supply Chain strategy and processes * Indirect Sourcing/Purchasing * Build out supply chain team * Manage supplier performance and relationships
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United States of America
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Category Buyer IT
Location: Paris, France Position : Category Buyer IT Are you an experienced procurement professional with a passion for all things IT? Do you have a proven track record of negotiating, sourcing, and managing IT-related suppliers and contracts? If so, we want to hear from you! Company Overview Our Client are a global leader in automotive sector. They pride themselves on innovation, excellence, and a commitment to delivering the highest quality products/services to their customers worldwide. As they continue to expand and evolve, they are looking for a talented and motivated Global Category Buyer - IT to join their dynamic team. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for IT categories, including hardware, software, and services. Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify potential suppliers and negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms and conditions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand IT requirements and provide procurement support. Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in IT procurement. Qualifications Proven experience in IT procurement Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in procurement software and tools. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Self-motivated and able to work independently. If you are a motivated and experienced Category Buyer with a passion for IT procurement, we would love to hear from you!
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France
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Procurement Director
One of the leading companies in the food and beverage industry is searching for a Director of Procurement to lead the Company's procurement efforts by leveraging expertise in the field to develop and implement strategic sourcing methodologies. The Director is responsible for managing procurement procedures and policies, as well as sourcing and administration needs for the acquisition of products and services. The role is crucial in aligning procurement with the company's vision and values, driving vendor selection, and fostering strategic supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities: Create and execute company-wide sourcing strategies in alignment with the company's vision and values. Ensure vendor selection enhances product quality, service, and delivery while optimizing total cost of ownership. Spearhead competitive RFx development and execution processes. Oversee supplier programs to drive cost savings, process enhancements, and risk mitigation. Utilize data analysis to evaluate procurement expenditure and supplier performance, offering data-informed suggestions. Mentor and foster the growth of category managers while nurturing supplier relationships. Qualifications: A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible procurement, supply chain, and sourcing experience, with a track record of leadership. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field. Exceptional skills in managing organizational change. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and meticulous attention to detail. Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities. Proficiency in advanced analytics, industry benchmarking, and e-sourcing tools. If you are interested in the Procurement Director role, don't wait to apply.
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Tampa
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