Do you have expertise in  negotiating and managing supplier relationships? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

ABOUT OUR PROCUREMENT  TEAM

Procurement team is an integral part of the Finance Team under the leadership of our CFO. We’re a high performing and dynamic team with even higher expectations. Set up to adapt quickly to constant change – whether it’s new data or changes in the external marketplace – there are always new projects to take on. We’re flexible, building as we go, thinking and doing differently.

We empower the business to perform at its peak and lead a new way of working. We contribute to the development, and drive implementation, of operational plans to achieve procurement strategy objectives for the  business.

Given the space and support to prove ourselves, we speak up, embrace learning, seize opportunities and make them happen in our own way. We understand how the science impacts patients. It keeps us focused on the path of biggest impact, never distracted by commercial success alone.

What you’ll do?

Here you will be part of a team supporting SA and SSA markets.

You will oversee supply and Procurement activities and be responsible for supplier relationship management. You will handle complex management issues and provide guidance to more junior staff on sourcing related issues. As part of your role you ensure all sourcing arrangements are successful and aligned to company and area strategy and manage supplier relationships at a strategic level.

Some areas of focus for this role will include:

• Act as lead for a significant functional area within procurement or manages a group of smaller functions
• Contribute to the development, and drive implementation, of operational plans to achieve procurement strategy objectives
• Ensure procurement processes and supplier management are implemented in line with identified AstraZeneca policies, procedures and standards, to achieve agreed scope
• Provide technical guidance to team members and customers on procurement processes by using existing knowledge and experience and by seeking out information to resolve problems
• Manage and monitor supplier spend against budgeted targets
• Manage the business relationship with key suppliers on behalf of employees and the business overseeing and managing the procurement process and customer satisfaction
• Investigate current and future procurement needs, communicating them appropriately and translating them into specific requirements
• Manage the demand and supply activities within areas of responsibility within procurement
• Oversee the introduction of new processes from the identification of business need, through to the timely introduction and formal acceptance of the change by all customers
• Lead individuals within own section of Procurement to deliver the highest levels of performance and maintain both function and supplier relations
• Provide clear leadership, direction, communication and development opportunities to enable the team to meets its objectives
• In conjunction with Global Procurement Group, identify and lead improvement initiatives and project teams in support of longer term business strategy. Develop and maintain Service Level Agreements
• Develop and cultivate technical expertise and knowledge within project team or broader Procurement function by disseminating best practices and sharing knowledge across functions and project teams
• KPI’s include but not limited to savings, extended payment terms, vendor optimization, governance & compliance activities
• Able to extrapolate required spend reports from SAP to support business requests e.g. BBBEE spend.  

If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we’re looking for…

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED?

• Degree level or relevant equivalent qualifications
• 5 years’ experience in similar environment
• 3 years at a management level
• Sound understanding of Safety, Health and Environment
• Project management, change management and people management skills
• Good working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry
• Technical expertise in at least one Procurement area, and competence in several others
• Communication skills and ability to influence others
• Comfort with risk and ambiguous situations

DESIRABLE

• Proficiency in SAP
• Experience in Pharmaceutical industry

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

Join the fastest growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energised.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Click the link to apply no later than 7 August 2021 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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Close Date: 07/08/2021

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.