Leads the development, definition, and implementation of the Global Procurement Strategy for direct materials and services for dsm-firmenich biomedical by translating business objectives into category and sourcing strategies, establishing strong governance frameworks and strategic procurement plans and building future focused category plans based on market analysis and commercial demands.
Leads the Global Strategic Procurement team (Sourcing and Purchasing) by monitoring performance of the team, steering workload and priorities, driving progress on activities and projects, and ensuring compliance to applicable requirements to drive an engaged and energized team that is visibly high performing.
Leads Sourcing initiatives related to Innovation and Large Operational Projects to support business growth and create value through procurement.
Cultivate strategic Supplier Relationships, drive joint innovation and increase transparency with strategic suppliers and conduct supplier performance assessments and ensure alignment to business priorities.
Provides Cross‑Functional Business Partnering by engaging early with stakeholders to shape demand, influencing commercial agreement terms and conditions and embedding procurement in S&OP process.
Lead Procurement Capability Development by building strategic skill development such as negotiation, financial acumen, and scenario planning.

Minimum 10 years of experience in Procurement (including Sourcing and Purchasing roles) in various business-to-business environments required along with minimum 3 years people management experience required
Proven track record in strategic sourcing and building Procurement Excellence
Experience working in global markets, the Medical Device (or pharma) industry, project and portfolio management and change management
Experience in S&OP along with SAP knowledge and skills
Affinity with Quality Management Systems, experience with quality standards applicable in the Biomedical market (ISO13485, cGMP, etc.) is a plus
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, and/or Engineering

A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
A place to grow and develop
A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet
The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation
The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business

Senior Manager, Procurement

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