Pharmaceutical Procurement Specialist

Job DescriptionPharmaceutical Procurement SpecialistSRG offers flexible staffing solutions with a national presence. We provide contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, and executive search services. SRG utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the Staffing industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to match professionals rapidly and precisely to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent. Environment: A global leader and trusted supplier in the pharma, biotech, and specialty ingredients markets. Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, the company is focused on advanced manufacturing, high-quality control systems, regulatory expertise, and research and development (R&D) capabilities. The company s products and services include active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), stem cell therapies, drinking water sanitizers, vitamin B compounds, organic personal care ingredients, industrial preservatives, and microbial control solution to combat viruses, bacteria, and other dangerous pathogens.Title: Pharmaceutical Procurement SpecialistLocation: REMOTEIndustry: Pharmaceutical Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm Salary: Up to $45hr based on experience (Benefits available)Employment Type: Long Term Contract Position Summary:The Category Buyer is responsible for Capex Process Equipment procurement activities for Lonza USA sites of approximately $10m to $500m. The Category Buyer is responsible for all assigned procurement activities related to process equipment for projects across North America. This role supports Lonza s strategic growth and investments, delivering new manufacturing capacity.Key Responsibilities: Supports category strategy for Process & Clean Utilities Equipment that matches supply market capabilities with Lonza business needs in the America s.Supports supplier relationship management (SRM) and supplier development activities to ensure reliable supply and maximize the full value of supplier relationships.Drive supplier performance, compliance and accountability through supplier scorecards and performance metrics.Support the development of supply risk management strategies and drive development and implementation of appropriate risk mitigation plans.Manage relationships with suppliers acting as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers.Work closely with Project Procurement Execution teams to ensure category strategies are translated into project execution plans.Plan, lead and execute negotiations of assigned packages on specific Capex projects.Ensure project sourcing objectives, actions and priorities are aligned both within Global Capex Procurement, Global Engineering and project stakeholders.Work closely with key stakeholders to develop cost reduction strategies and implementation plans that meet projects / business needs.Report savings monthly as well as maintain the project savings pipeline.Project procurement tasks, including: Procurement of machinery for the assigned investment projects; Development of project purchasing strategy, execution and coordination of procurement activities for assigned investment projects; Drive awareness of supply issues within the project, clarifying business impact and lead resolution plans.Preferred Core Skills:Excellent communication and negotiation skillsAbility to craft commercial contracts and agreementsProject and procurement management skillsTeam player with ability to work efficiently in a matrix organization & interdisciplinary teamsMS Office, SAP, Oracle UnifierExcellent business mindset, analytical thinking and problem-solving skillsEOE/ADAIND123#LI-SRG1