MSD Senior Specialist - Indirect Procurement 

Netherlands, North Brabant 

398533131

Job Description

Senior Specialist - Indirect Procurement

The Senior Specialist in Indirect Procurement will conduct strategic analyses of suppliers, supply markets, and supply chains within the commercial services categories of spending. This position falls under the Animal Health Global Supplier Management (AH GSM) team, specifically within the Integrated Logistics category and its sub-categories, with a primary focus on global transportation activities. You will report to the Global Category Lead of Logistics, Associate Director.

About the position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Senior Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will actively support category management, contract management, risk management, stakeholder management, and supplier value management. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and you will build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues across Global Human Health Procurement, country operations leads, country finance leads, and suppliers.

Key responsibilities

Supplier and Supply Market Analysis:

Conduct in-depth analyses of suppliers and supply markets, leveraging data-driven insights to support Sourcing activities effectively. Your unique insights will be pivotal in facilitating informed decision-making processes at all levels.

Cost Modeling:

Negotiation Planning and Execution:

Design and implement detailed pre-negotiation strategies, lead extensive negotiation sessions with suppliers, and conduct thorough post-negotiation debriefs to ensure alignment on follow-up actions and lessons learned to ensure best rates and market conditions.

Sourcing Strategy with Sustainability Focus:

Create, execute, and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Ensure that proposals from suppliers include sustainability practices, such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and environmentally friendly materials. Evaluate and synthesize information with an emphasis on how suppliers' sustainability initiatives align with Scope 3 reduction goals and overall sourcing strategies.

Contract Management:

Supplier Performance Management:

Develop and incorporate key performance metrics into supplier agreements. Continuously monitor and evaluate supplier performance, providing reports and recommendations for improvement to enhance overall supplier effectiveness.

Stakeholder Management:

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (master’s degree is preferred).
• Proven experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Transportation, preferably within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, fast-moving consumer goods, food, or automotive industries, with a minimum of 5 years in a similar role. Other relevant industries will also be considered.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop cost models and execute sourcing strategies effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at various levels.
• Proficiency in procurement tools, including Ariba for sourcing and contracting, catalog management, SAP, and TSM, as well as expertise in data analysis and business intelligence (BI) tools.
• Proficiency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is desirable.
• Rapid and disciplined decision-making; driven by results, with courage and candor; skilled in prioritization, alignment, and simplification.
• Currently living within a commuting distance of Boxmeer (NLD), Vienna (AUT), Prague (CZE), Madrid (ESP) or Salamanca (ESP). Relocation support is not offered.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% globally.

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