Strategic Sourcing Director – External Manufacturing

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Harlow; On-site; GBP 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Flexible working schedules

Twist career development platform

Job summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director – Strategic Sourcing ‘Core / Agile’ to define and lead sourcing strategies across the External Manufacturing Generics portfolio. You will own end-to-end sourcing, drive negotiations, and ensure supplier performance with a focus on cost savings and resilience.

You will report to the Senior Director – Strategic Sourcing and collaborate across EXM, Category Management, and cross-functional leadership to implement best-in-class sourcing practices

Qualifications

• Significant experience in strategic sourcing and contracting.
• Proven track record delivering measurable value and leading high-impact sourcing initiatives.
• Experience in External Manufacturing in Pharmaceuticals strongly preferred.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead sourcing strategies for assigned EXM categories, suppliers, and strategic initiatives.
• Own end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, including opportunity identification, strategy development, RFx execution, negotiations, and supplier selection.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations with strategic suppliers.
• Oversee contract development and execution in partnership with Legal.
• Own delivery of sourcing value, including cost savings, cost avoidance, and supply resilience.

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of experience

Job description

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Associate Director – Strategic Sourcing ‘Core / Agile’ to define and lead sourcing strategies across the External Manufacturing Generics portfolio. You will own end-to-end sourcing, drive negotiations, and ensure supplier performance with a focus on cost savings and resilience.

You will report to the Senior Director – Strategic Sourcing and collaborate across EXM, Category Management, and cross-functional leadership to implement best-in-class sourcing practices