Hybrid Procurement Strategy Lead – MEA/International

AstraZeneca; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,000 - 515,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director - Procurement Business Partner to lead procurement strategies and engage with business stakeholders in Dubai. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of procurement experience, strong influencing skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers the chance to drive impactful initiatives, making a significant contribution to the biotechnology sector's procurement function while fostering collaboration across various teams.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of proven experience in procurement in EMA or emerging markets.
• Experience collaborating with senior team members.
• Comfortable in an international matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies influencing $40 million in annual spend.
• Foster collaboration between multiple teams within procurement.
• Identify and share standard processes and trends with the business.

Skills

Influencing skills

Fast-paced work independence

Collaboration

Organizational Change Management

Verbal and written communication

Understanding of procurement systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Job description

AstraZeneca is seeking an Associate Director - Procurement Business Partner to lead procurement strategies and engage with business stakeholders in Dubai. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of procurement experience, strong influencing skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers the chance to drive impactful initiatives, making a significant contribution to the biotechnology sector's procurement function while fostering collaboration across various teams.