Director Laboratory Procurement

-; Mainz; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biotechnology company in Mainz, Germany, seeks a Director of Laboratory Procurement. This strategic role involves aligning procurement strategies with business objectives, driving innovation, and managing risks across the supply chain. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree and has over 7 years of experience. Key duties include developing category strategies, overseeing sourcing, and ensuring compliance. This position offers flexible hours, opportunities for growth, and various benefits to support your health and lifestyle.

Leistungen

Flexible hours

Digital Learning

Company bike

Employer-funded pension

Childcare

Job ticket

LinkedIn Learning

Qualifikationen

• Over 7 years of experience in a regulated environment.
• Ability to build relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement category strategies with global business needs.
• Oversee sourcing activities and identify cost optimization opportunities.
• Lead sourcing from identification to contract execution.
• Assess and mitigate risks within the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Procurement processes

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

ERP systems knowledge

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Mainz, Germany | full time | Job ID: 10622

As the Director Laboratory Procurement you are a strategic leader responsible for aligning procurement strategies with business goals, driving innovation, and ensuring compliance and risk management across the supply chain. Overseeing laboratory material and service procurement for Research and Clinical Development, the role involves implementing long-term category strategies, analyzing data for cost-saving opportunities, and fostering a resilient supply base. Key responsibilities include collaborating with executives, advancing procurement digitalization, integrating sustainability and ESG practices, and championing new suppliers to adapt to evolving business needs and market conditions.

Responsibilities

• Driving the development and the implementation of category strategies jointly with the business by identifying and assessing business needs globally and promoting their adoption across the company
• Oversee sourcing activities and pro-actively collaborating with business for an early engagement to achieve company objectives (i.e. identifying opportunities for cost optimization and procurement process improvements)
• Lead the sourcing activities from identification of need to contract execution including RFI/RFP management, decision-making to final vendor selection as well as contract negotiation (MSAs, Work Orders and Change Orders) and manage required resources
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within the supply base (e.g. geopolitical risks, compliance, financial), incl. developing mitigation plans and contingency strategies
• Ensuring adherence to internal procurement policies and external regulations (e.g. antitrust laws, procurement guidelines, internal control frameworks, GXP-regulations)
• Supporting audits and conducting compliance training

What you have to offer

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, with over 7 years of experience in a regulated environment
• Strong ability to guide, motivate, and build relationships with team members, stakeholders, and cross-functional departments
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, tools, systems, and best practices
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities to address complex situations effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills tailored to the area of responsibility
• English proficiency at a negotiation level is mandatory; German language skills are advantageous

Your Benefits

It's our priority to support you:

• Your flexibility: flexible hours | vacation account
• Your growth: Digital Learning | Performance & talent development | leadership development | Apprenticeships | LinkedIn Learning
• Your value: Your voice at the table | Culture on an equal footing | Opportunities to shape & impact | Support for your full potential
• Your health and lifestyle: Company bike
• Your mobility: Job ticket | Deutschlandticket
• Your life phases: Employer-funded pension | Childcare

Apply

Apply now - We look forward to your application!

Apply to our Mainz, Germany location by sending us your documents via our online form. For any questions, contact our talent acquisition team on: + 49 (0) 6131-9084-1291 (Monday-Friday from 1 PM to 3 PM CET).

Job ID 10622 (please always specify if you have any questions)

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