Teva R&D Sourcing Manager - TAPI 

Czechia, Moravia-Silesia 

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• In-depth understanding of the TAPI R&D needs, IP status, product's strategy, regulatory requirements and timelines.
• Manage the sourcing activities for intermediates required for TAPI R&D development
• Source for suitable intermediates by mapping and evaluating the available options in the market (active and silent search)
• Identify potential suppliers and conduct RFPs, analysis, cost modeling and risk management.
• Provide professional and expert-level knowledge of the key raw materials supply base and global intermediates market (suppliers, prices, technology etc')
• Negotiate intermediates pricing with suppliers and contact developers to achieve aggressive savings targets - To be aligned with the current and future cost of the product (in R&D and commercially)
• Negotiate and set development and supply agreements with contract manufacturers for TAPI Key raw materials and follow up until fully signed.
• Set and support product strategy and risk mitigation plan to be aligned with global procurement and business needs which will be reviewed and adjusted periodically.
• Ensure continuous evaluation and global high-risk execution mitigation plan for securing key raw materials and starting materials supply base for TAPI R&D products.
• Initiate and ensure commercial and QA audit prior to submission.
• Manage supplier relationship within category (SRM Initiative), undertaking strategic supplier performance improvement actions as required
• Ensure sourcing/approval of commercially viable, high compliance and cost competitive sources for all Key Raw materials / starting materials to support successful launches.

Must excel in problem-solving and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changing market conditions and organizational needs.

• At least 5-10 years of experience in Direct procurement (Pharma industry experience preferred)
• Master's degree in natural sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology or equivalent
• Experience in API/Intermediates Manufacturing and/or API/ Intermediates Development is preferred
• MS office skilled
• Strong interpersonal skills including cross-functional teamwork,
• A proactive and positive approach to challenges, demonstrating a willingness to take on new tasks and find solutions
• Ability to work autonomously, make decisions and resolve/follow up issues quickly
• Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing conditions.
• Ability to draw strategic insights from analysis and effectively summarize and present insights
• Sensitivity and awareness of cultural differences to effectively collaborate with global teams and stakeholders.
• Fluent English (both written and verbally)

• Job contract with competitive salary and flexible working hours
• Hybrid work model
• Annual bonus and annual salary increase
• Flexible working hours
• 5 Weeks of annual leave, 3-5 sick days, and additional leave beyond the labor code
• Meal allowance of 82 CZK per day
• Cafeteria contribution of 17,000 CZK / year, option for MultiSport Card, and contributions to pension and life Insurance
• Laptop, phone nad mobile plan for the entire family
• Additional financial rewards for proactive approach
• Recreational facility in Karlov pod Pradědem
• Rewards for work and life anniversaries
• Premium medical care and covered vaccinations
• Assistance program – free psychological, financial, and legal counseling
• 1 day of leave for volunteering activities
  

Assoc Director, Global R&D Sourcing Lead TAPI

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