MSD Sr Specialist Global Sourcing Contracting 

Singapore, Singapore 

473419536

Job Description

Sr Specialist Global Sourcing and Contracting

• Based in Singapore, the regional hub forAsia Pacific (AP)andtop-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits TimesandStatista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).
• Join thepremier biopharmaceutical companythat has beenin Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

JOB PURPOSE

The role of the

plays a pivotal role in supporting both major and minor category procurement efforts, working alongside Procurement Category Leads on a global scale. By closely aligning with these stakeholders, the incumbent gains insight into the larger supply strategies and assists in their successful implementation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Understands characteristics of the current sourcing strategy and actively identifies opportunities for improvement of business stakeholder experience.
• Demonstrates both tactical as strategic thinking and creative problem solving in response to position Procurement organization as a tool for supporting the business.
• Manages execution of the projects (RFx) with value up to $20 million.
• Responsible for E2E compliance contract management process with 3rd parties, including drafting, negotiations, contract compliance and execution.
• Responsible for to complete internal and external 3rd party risk assessments, prior to contracting and to maintain accurate records of risk assessment findings and risk mitigation strategies proposed.
• Required to communicate outcomes of risk assessments and informing business stakeholders about proposed mitigation strategies.
• ​Collaborates with peers from other S&C Hubs to ensure knowledge sharing, such that all teams are able to operate effectively and independently on a day-to-day basis. (this part is optional for planner function)
• Assures development and maintenance of relevant process knowledge articles, category cards and training materials.
• Identifies opportunities and defines requirements for system enhancements, partner with process excellence, Ariba and IT organization to test and deliver them, and ensure successful deployment through change management and communication processes.
• Resolves issues and effectively handles escalations within current process to ensure business stakeholder and category team satisfaction.
• Defines and monitors metrics to evaluate process health and effectiveness and provides ongoing service control and sustainability.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering,Supply Chain Managementor related field

• Minimum of 3 yearsSourcing and Contracting experience inprocurement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Apps (Excel, Word, PowerPoint at a minimum).
• Enhanced knowledge of SAP Ariba system.
• Enhanced knowledge of compliant sourcing and contracting processes.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate and manage multiple projects in parallel.
• Ability to operate independently and remain focused through change or uncertainty.
• Strong customer service mind-set.
• Global and continuous improvement mindset.
• Problem solving and analytical skills with a proactive management style to implement new processes.
• Willingness to challenge current thinking/processes.
• Solid experience identifying and leading change initiatives, strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills.

What we look for…

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08/01/2024

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