Description
To develop and execute sourcing processes activities for goods and services and to represent local constituencies in the development and implementation of regional and global sourcing initiatives in collaboration with Division, Cross-Divisional and Global teams. Develops, implements and maintains the best possible local (US) sourcing strategy for all goods and services defined as locally sourced (not part of a global or cross-divisional initiative) with particular emphasis on Development activities and materials. Collaborates with Shared Country Procurement, Pharma Development Category Managers and global project teams to execute cross-divisional strategic projects. Builds, documents and continuously updates/maintains supplier lists (ASL's), contracts, amendments, supply agreements and confidentiality disclosure agreements (CDA's). Negotiates/re-negotiates contracts and amendments. Issues Task Orders and pursues proper due diligence in cooperation with NVS legal and other departments. Reviews contract terms and recommends action. Qualifies and selects appropriate local suppliers. Contributes to reporting to track savings and compliance. Implements a continuous improvement cycle to realize year on year incremental improvements and cost savings. Coordinates clinical and development manufacturing schedule and evaluates procurement needs with planner. Ensures the availability of materials in the supply chain, as scheduled, and the maintenance of inventory at minimum acceptable levels. Resolves payment discrepancies with Novartis accounts payables and assures goods and services receipt match invoices received. Ensure purchase orders (PO's) are closed in time. Conducts training and SOP reviews and is familiar with GMP procedures. Manages extended procurement team for indirect purchases and ensures due diligence of Novartis processes and requirements (e.g. RFQ process, source justification award). Supports, reviews and approves the sites Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR's) in coordination with various Novartis internal departments. Other tasks as required such as resolving suppler delivery issues (e.g. returns, incorrect/missing documentation), obtaining standard costs, updating SAP/Finance and participating in IT enhancement projects.Minimum requirements
BA/BS required (alternate experience may be considered for key experience or skill sets). 8 years procurement experience. CPM Certification a plus. Experience in Biotech/Pharma Supply Chain, GMP, CapEx (lab and bio-manufacturing equipment), and Scientific Services. Knowledge of direct materials, including packaging, capital construction, warehousing and logistics is a plus. Experience with negotiating legal terms with pre-approved templates and working with Legal to reach final agreement highly valued. Familiarity with QA/QC processes and Quality Agreements highly valued. Advanced Excel skills and data analysis experience a must
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