Senior Procurement Leader - Life Sciences, Hybrid (Remote 20%)

your Jared; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible remote work up to 20%

Job summary

Lonza in Visp is seeking a Senior Operational Buyer for 80-100% involvement. The role leads procurement activities, manages supplier relationships, and drives digitalization in a collaborative, cross-functional setting. The position is primarily on-site with potential remote work up to 20%.

The successful candidate will have a SCM/Procurement background, SAP MM ERP experience, and strong English communication skills; German is a plus. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Degree in SCM, Procurement, or related field.
• Experience in a regulated industry is preferred.
• Proficient with SAP MM ERP and MS Office.
• English required; German is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for assigned portfolios and ensure continuity of supply.
• Manage supplier relationships and SRM initiatives through regular reviews and improvement plans.
• Drive digitalization of procurement processes and use of SAP and other tools.
• Collaborate with Planning, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Finance, and other stakeholders to support supply chain objectives.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

English

German a plus

Education

SCM/Procurement degree

Tools

SAP MM ERP

MS Office

Job description

Lonza in Visp is seeking a Senior Operational Buyer for 80-100% involvement. The role leads procurement activities, manages supplier relationships, and drives digitalization in a collaborative, cross-functional setting. The position is primarily on-site with potential remote work up to 20%.

The successful candidate will have a SCM/Procurement background, SAP MM ERP experience, and strong English communication skills; German is a plus. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.