Serve as a subject matter resource for the Eggs & Birds category, supporting supplier and stakeholder engagement to ensure business continuity and operational performance.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the egg-based vaccine production process, including process steps, dependencies, and performance drivers.
Monitor supplier and flock performance against defined metrics, identify deviations, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
Support and manage outsourcing activities with key suppliers to ensure compliance with quality, service, supply, and cost expectations.
Lead supplier negotiations and support contract execution in alignment with category strategy and business requirements.
Participate in the execution and continuous improvement of the supplier governance model, including performance reviews, action tracking, and escalation management.
Partner with procurement, operations, quality, planning, and technical functions to address issues, mitigate risk, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Translate performance data and supplier insights into clear recommendations that support decision-making and category results.
Contribute to initiatives focused on process optimization, supplier development, and operational excellence.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Veterinary Science, Science, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
Experience in procurement, supplier management, outsourcing, or category support in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in supplier performance management, negotiation, planning, and execution.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations, preferably in animal health, biopharmaceuticals, food production, or a related regulated industry.
English language proficiency required.
Travel required: 10–15%.

Senior Specialist – Procurement, Eggs & Birds Category

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