Procurement Specialist, Capital

The Procurement Specialist, Capital will execute tactical procurement activities, including negotiations, electronic requests for proposal, electronic auctions, value capture administration, and support global Procurement efforts across the Corporation for Capital spend. Ensures effective, professional internal and external communications aligned with best Procurement practices to enable Business Units and functional partners to maximize value and exceed objectives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Category Managers to execute activities supporting Capital spend throughout the Corporation.
• Work with regional Procurement and the business to ensure effective execution of tactical procurement activities, including preparation of electronic Requests for Proposal (eRFP), electronic auctions, value capture administration, and transactional order processing if necessary.
• Ensure alignment with Finance business partners throughout all aspects of the capital procurement process.
• Create detailed negotiation plans and conduct effective negotiations.
• Foster an environment of continual value creation with a world-class supply base.
• Identify and drive cost-savings and cost-avoidance opportunities.
• Effectively manage risk through partnership and contracting.
• Ensure contractual arrangements follow policy, process, and governance for negotiations, contract approval, and execution while adhering to procurement policies.
• Recommend new sources of goods and services to the Corporation.
• Minimize working capital through strategies such as leasing agreements and extended payment terms.
• Generate business case reports to record projects that create value for the Corporation.
• Ensure relevant KPIs and KRIs are met or exceeded.
• Obtain tiered pricing wherever possible for unit volume ranges.
• Follow a Communication Plan for information flows to and from all stakeholders.
• Participate in an established cadence of internal and external meetings in line with the Communication Plan.
• Ensure sourcing is conducted on a global scale to create value from suppliers.
• Minimize total costs of ownership while maximizing value to the Corporation.
• Provide management reports as requested.
• Maintain the highest levels of professionalism both internally and externally.
• Travel: 0 – 15%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering.
• Recognized Qualification in Procurement or equivalent preferred.
• Practical experience in eSourcing and running eRFP, eRFQ, eRFI, forward and reverse auctions preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• 3 years’ experience in Capital Procurement.
• Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences industry experience preferred.
• Leading experience and knowledge in negotiation preparation and execution.
• Solid working knowledge of ERP in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) preferred; Oracle or SAP and MRP is an advantage.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Disability Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Absences
• 401k Benefits