Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist

Amgen; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Amgen Capability Center Portugal in Lisbon is hiring a Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist to source indirect category projects across ELMAC, aligning with procurement policies and business objectives. You will collaborate with Country Sourcing Managers, lead negotiations, and drive strategic sourcing for services and indirect materials amid a dynamic, global environment.

Ideal candidates bring a degree and 4+ years of sourcing experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Degree and 4 years sourcing/procurement experience.
• Proficient in sourcing processes and contracting across indirect spend.
• Proficient in English, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Understand business requirements and objectives to source suppliers and solutions.
• Identify value opportunities via negotiation or RFx scenarios from SOWs and POs.
• Own and deliver sourcing and negotiations to meet business needs across indirect categories.
• Ensure procurement policies are followed and compliance metrics are met with contracts and SOWs.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

English

Excel

Ariba/Scout

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ariba

Scout

Job description

## Senior Indirect Procurement SpecialistApply: Flex Commuter / Hybrid: Portugal - Lisbon: Portugal - Remote: Full time: Posted Today: R-257224## **Career Category**Procurement## ## **Job Description**Join our team at **AMGEN Capability Center Portugal**, consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best WorkplacesTM ranking by Great Place to Work in Portugal. In 2026, we were once again distinguished as one of the top Best Workplaces in the country (category 201–500 employees), reinforcing our commitment to an exceptional employee experience and workplace culture.We are a team of over 500 talented individuals, spanning more than 30 functions and areas of expertise, and representing over 40 nationalities. Together, we bring diverse perspectives and professional backgrounds to help shape the future of healthcare through innovation and technology.This is your opportunity to explore a world of possibilities across areas such as Data & Analytics, Digital, Technology & Innovation, Cybersecurity, R&D Operations, Global Distribution, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, General & Administrative, Human Resources, and many more.Located in the heart of Lisbon, our AMGEN office fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and purpose. Come thrive with us at AMGEN, supporting our mission To Serve Patients.What we do at AMGEN matters in people’s lives. **Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist** **LIVE****WHAT YOU WILL DO** You will be responsible for effectively sourcing various indirect category projects and statements of work in the ELMAC (Europe, Canada, Latam, Middle East, Africa) region, in accordance with established Procurement policies and guidelines. Working closely with and prioritizing activity with the Country Sourcing Manager and business leads in the Affiliate, implementing sourcing strategies and contracting needs. **The responsibilities of the role will include:** * Understand business requirements and customer objectives to source effective suppliers and solutions.* Identify and record value opportunities through negotiation or competitive bidding (RFX) scenarios from statements of work & purchase orders.* Own and deliver sourcing & negotiations to meet business requirements of business partners purchasing services across Commercial & General indirect categories of spend.* Ensure Amgen’s procurement policies are followed, ensuring that compliance metrics are met or exceeded, supported through supplier contracts and statements of work. **WIN****WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU** Our ideal candidate is a great communicator, an adaptable individual with strong negotiation and problem solving skills. Minimum requirements* Degree and 4 years sourcing/procurement experience* Good understanding of sourcing processes (tendering, supplier negotiations and contracting), across multiple indirect spend categories (Services and Indirect Materials S&IM)* Proficient in English, both written and oral* Proficient with MS Office Suite, including Excel Preferred Requirements:* Ability to help understanding business goals* Able to work with minimal direction, ensuring quality of tasks* Experience using e-procurement tools such as Scout & Ariba is a plus* Uses analytical skills to evaluate information* Additional languages (e.g.. Italian, German) is a plus **THRIVE****WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US** * Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.* Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.* Generous Amgen Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.* Flexible work arrangements. **APPLY NOW**Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.**CAREERS.AMGEN.COM****EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT**Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. .**Salary Range**31,855.45 EUR - 43,098.55 EUR