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Job Description
Responsible for the sourcing & purchasing of direct/indirect materials & indirect services within the scope of site procurement. The incumbent will be responsible for the identification & realization of initiatives aimed at improving the overall performance of assigned spend categories. Analyzing controls & procedures to ensure organizational effectiveness will be a cornerstone of the role.
Primary Responsibilities (but not limited to):
- Ensure that the needs of the local business are met through an adequate supply of goods, equipment and services while ensuring compliance needs, all laws & internal policies, procedures and global category strategies.
- Monitor compliance with pricing standards in site business plan to minimize adverse PPV.
- Run sourcing events and process Purchase Orders/Requisitions.
- Defend the commercial and legal interests of the local business by setting up purchase contracts, managing disputes and mediation with suppliers.
- Collaborates with the Centralized Procurement Team to ensure set up new of vendors and any changes to Vendor Master Data required.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to make necessary updates to procurement aspects of Material Master Data.
- Leverages superior analytical skills to collaborate with Site Leadership on service level agreements, supplier issues, and other material planning aspects.
- Implement an ongoing Vendor KPIs/Supplier Scorecards, working with suppliers to develop strategies for improving deficient performance.
- Enforce specific rules on procurement, procurement procedures and financial policies (FRAP).
Leverage the Global Procurement team & act as the key business partner for the:
- Review quotes and contract language escalating to the Global resource where appropriate.
- Support Quality group as it relates to supplier compliance initiatives including aid in maintaining an approved supplier lists.
- Review MRP reports & process purchase orders for materials requirements from approved suppliers.
- Work with Supply Chain to ensure materials are on‑hand, on time, & available to support technical operations schedules by following up on deliveries. For delays, provide timely communication to the appropriate internal customers.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain Planners to maintain inventory levels in accordance with organization goals, by reviewing & maintaining MRP data.
Desired Experience/Education/Skills:
Education Minimum Requirement:
- B.A. or B.S. degree preferably in Business, Economics, Science or Engineering.
Required Experience and Skills:
- 2 to 3 years of industry experience.
- Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, negotiation, analytical skills.
- Proficient in English communication.
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Animal Health or Pharmaceutical industry experience.
- Background in strategic sourcing and /or background in sterile process manufacturing.
- Knowledge of technology sourcing activities including RFP development, bid response evaluation, and contract negotiations.
- Ability to communicate in Chinese is a plus.
Additional location(s) Compensation Information:
Required Skills:
Collaboration, Communication, Procurement, Vendor Data Management.
Preferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
11/30/2026
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