Title: Associate Director
Introduction:
DSJ Global is currently seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to take on the role of Associate Director-Procurement with our client, a global pharmaceutical company based in Ireland. The ideal candidate will have extensive procurement-related business process knowledge, strategic sourcing experience as well as practical exposure within a manufacturing environment (Pharmaceutical, Biologic or Food industries). The position is hybrid and will require 3 days a week on site.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organisational goals
- Manage stakeholder relationships across divisions related to direct sourcing categories and operations
- Conduct market research analysis aimed at identifying cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance policies are maintained.
-Manage supplier contracts by implementing effective risk management procedures
Required Skills:
1) Strong understanding of Direct Material Sourcing processes
2) Strategic Sourcing Experience including eSourcing/eAuction skills
3) Ability & willingness towards successful implementation plans within project budget guidelines
Qualifications/Additional Details:
The ideal candidate should possess relevant qualifications such as an MBA or equivalent degree coupled with 10+ year's progressive hands-on experience managing complex supply chain functions ideally from either pharma/biologics manufacturing environment, failing which they must demonstrate considerable success working under high-regulated environments like food processing plants etc.
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