Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist

Amgen Inc.; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Capability Center Portugal in Lisbon is seeking a Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist. You will source and negotiate across indirect categories in the ELMAC region, ensuring compliance and value for the business.

The ideal candidate has a degree and several years of procurement experience, strong English, and experience with e-procurement tools such as Ariba and Scout. This role offers a dynamic, global environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree required and several years of sourcing or procurement experience.
• Proficient in English, both written and oral.
• Experience with e-procurement tools such as Ariba / Scout is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Source indirect category projects and statements of work in the ELMAC region.
• Lead negotiations and contracting to meet business needs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and supplier contracts.
• Collaborate with Country Sourcing Manager and business leads.

Job description

Senior Indirect Procurement Specialist

Salary: €31,855.5 - 43,098.6 yearly

Empresa: Amgen Inc. Tipo de Emprego: Periodo Integral Lisbon, Portugal

Job Description

Join our team at AMGEN Capability Center Portugal, consistently recognized among the top companies in the Best Workplaces™ 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.

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.

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

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.

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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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

31,855.45EUR-43,098.55EUR