Site Procurement Lead

About the role

This role reports to the Dx + Pharma Procurement Leader and will lead all procurement activities (Raw Materials, Packaging, Indirect & Capital) for the Platinum Performance site to ensure uninterrupted supply of quality materials and services in the most cost-effective manner. In addition to the site procurement responsibilities, this role will take a lead in developing & executing strategic (alternate) sourcing plans for raw material subcategories.

Responsibilities

• Ensure suppliers provide products and services to the timing and quality standards required.
• Ensure supplier documentation (FSMA, Quality, GMP) is kept current working through TraceGains Supplier Management software.
• Generate and update a cost reduction plan and budget for the site by working closely with Category Managers and Site Management.
• Ensure the execution of planned and opportunistic cost reduction initiatives to deliver and exceed budget.
• Continuously explore sourcing opportunities that aim to improve the performance of current and future Platinum Performance products, by closely collaborating with vendors and Platinum R&D teams.

Requirements

• BS with at least 5 to 7 years of experience in animal health nutrition industry.
• A good understanding of guidelines set by National Animal Supplement Council (NASC), and the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF).
• A good understanding of the Manufacturing environment / experience of working closely with and in Manufacturing sites.
• Research and Development experience in food or nutraceutical industry a plus.

Skills

• Relevant procurement experience i.e. experiences of supplier identification, selection, qualification, relationship building/management and achieving measurable business benefits.
• Strong contract/price negotiation skills.
• Project management skills and results oriented.
• Ability to get things done by working with/through others.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Numerate, used to working in Excel, with an analytical skillset capable of both identifying and quantifying cost savings.
• Fishbowl, SAP, TraceGains and/or Ariba Procurement system experience preferred.
• Able to communicate in English Oral/Written.

Benefits

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $99,000 - $151,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.