Senior Procurement Specialist (m/f/d)
Responsibilities
- Support procurement processes across all Carve-out phases including due diligence, planning and execution
- Ensure smooth transition and integration of systems, services and suppliers
- Develop and manage strong relationships with key vendors and service providers
- Lead negotiations and manage supplier performance and compliance
- Conduct strategic sourcing and supplier selection based on quality, cost and reliability
- Manage contract creation, negotiation and lifecycle governance
- Perform data analysis to identify cost optimization and process improvement opportunities
- Assess, monitor and mitigate procurement-related risks
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders including IT, Automation, Quality, Finance, Legal and MRO
- Maintain procurement KPIs and develop data-driven performance reports
Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field
- Master’s degree or relevant certifications (CPSM, CIPS) are an advantage
- Experience in indirect procurement, ideally in CDMO or pharma environments
- Experience in Carve-out or Divestment activities
- Extensive knowledge in procurement processes, strategic sourcing, vendor and contract management
- Proven track record in managing procurement streams within business divestments
- Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication abilities and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP tools and MS Office
- Strategic thinker, highly organized, adaptable, resilient and collaborative in team settings
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on high-impact strategic Carve-out projects within a global CDMO
- Exposure to cross-functional leadership teams and strategic decision-making
- Innovative, collaborative and international work environment
About Hays
With over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and chemical industry as well as in biotechnology and medical engineering, we know the key contacts at companies that are recruiting for challenging jobs with real potential. The current high demand for staff has opened up exciting opportunities for dedicated experts who want to develop professionally and to further their careers. As recruitment specialists with an international network of contacts, we can offer you decisive advantages – completely free of charge. Register with us and reap the benefits of interesting job offers that match your skills and experience.
Staffing process for freelance specialists
- Analysis of qualifications
- Telephone or personal interview
- Contact with customers
- Contract with Hays
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1. Analysis of qualifications
We carry out a detailed analysis of your technical qualifications on the basis of your CV, your application documents and your profile.
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