Procurement Lead

A global pharmaceutical organisation is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation and is looking to appoint a Procurement Lead to support its Dundee operation.

This is a key appointment within the business and forms part of the Senior Leadership Team. You will lead procurement strategy for the site, drive continuous improvement, implement best practice and support a sustainable long-term future.

This is a strategic procurement role with responsibility across direct materials, indirect spend and selected capex activity. It is not a transactional buying role.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading procurement strategy for the Dundee site aligned to business objectives
• Managing supplier relationships, performance and commercial negotiations
• Ensuring continuity of supply for materials critical to production
• Delivering cost saving and value improvement initiatives
• Driving continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working
• Identifying and mitigating supply chain risk
• Supporting inventory strategy, payment terms and working capital improvement
• Leading or supporting procurement tenders and sourcing projects
• Working cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, Operations and Leadership teams
• Playing an active role within the Senior Leadership Team during a period of growth and change

Skill and knowledge required for the role:

• Minimum 3 years procurement experience across direct materials, indirect and capex spend
• Experience sourcing, negotiating and managing raw materials pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build successful supplier relationships globally
• Experience operating across an international supplier base
• Knowledge of GMP and FDA manufacturing regulations
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence at senior level
• Ability to identify opportunities and create value across complex supply chains
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Organised, accountable and able to work at pace
• CIPS qualification or working towards would be advantageous

What''s on Offer

• Hybrid working - 2 days on-site in Dundee
• 10% bonus
• Private Health Insurance
• Income Protection
• Opportunity to join a growing global business in a high-profile leadership role
• Real scope to shape procurement strategy and performance

If you are a procurement professional who enjoys ownership, visibility and improving how things are done, this is well worth exploring.

Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If commuting aA full UK driving licence is required due to the site''s location.

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