Stellenbeschreibung
at the global EPD Headquarter in Basel - Allschwil.
In this position you are responsible for the purchasing and supply management activities for all categories and sub categories.You work closely with key stakeholders in both Corporate and Division organizations to develop effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans.
Drive Total Cost of Ownership reductions for category. Clearly define category taxonomy and manage baseline
Ability to assess the overall needs of select business units and to negotiate an accepted portfolio meeting the most strategic needs of the category.
Measure and track internal performance for Abbott users.
Advise business unit(s) about similar strategies employed by other healthcare companies.
Lead initiatives that span virtual teams across the world and cross cultures.
Influence and partner with business leaders (Director, Sr. Director level) to manage and align the category.
Partner and collaborate with key Corporate Procurement staff of other Abbott divisions in order to support cross divisional business initiatives, and explore Procurement synergies and efficiencies.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key category vendors as well as counterparts at other Healthcare/Consumer companies. Manage ongoing Supplier relationships.
Own and implement agreed purchasing strategies for category
Ensure optimal balance between value for money and cost savings is achieved, while ensuring quality and good customer service
Monitor market dynamics for category across regions
Continually look for opportunities for cost reductions and cost avoidance.
Manage category projects across business unit, and division wide when and where applicable. Participate in business projects based on category expertise.
Lead project teams responsible for selection of category strategy.
Address people issues in a constructive and timely manner. Responsible for overall morale of team and promotes cohesive attitude.
Responsible for overall organizational effectiveness.
BA or equivalent experience required; MBA preferred
7-10 years of Procurement and /or deep Category experience
Good organizational skills, including program/project management governance
Strong interdisciplinary, intercultural, influence, and networking skills
International experience within Supplier management
Ability to develop actionable implementation plans with relevant business process knowledge, as related to Procurement and Category Management.
Extensive knowledge of Pharma category technologies and products.
Strong influencing and negotiating skills
Experience leading teams - both with direct staff and indirect project teams.
Do you like the sound of this job and think you’ve got what it takes? Then send us your CV today. We look forward to receiving your application as pdf .
Job-Familie
Category Management
Division
Standort
Switzerland > Basel : H-127 A2
zusätzliche Standorte
Schichtplan
Standard
Reisen
Yes, 20 % of the Time
Medizinische Kontrolle
Not Applicable
Wichtige Tätigkeitsbereiche
Not Applicable