Procurement Specialist

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Procurement Specialist. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Newly created support function
• In charge of the ANZ region
• Good package, great people, fantastic careers

Boehringer Ingelheim is a family-owned multinational pharmaceutical company. We are proud of our high-performing people who are passionate about and committed to improving the lives of Australians and New Zealanders through the delivery of innovative medicines.
 
Research and development has been the foundation of our success and continues to be the major driver of new therapeutic treatments for patients.
 
Reporting to the Head of Procurement ANZ, we have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to be based in our North Ryde head office.
 
The purpose of this role is to support the business through the efficient and effective operation of the purchasing function.
 
The Role:
 

• Identification of suitable suppliers, contract development and contract negotiation through to the ongoing management of the supplier relationships
• Develop and implement improved purchasing processes and procedures to ensure efficient purchase of goods and services at the best overall value
• Assist internal customers to define and prioritise their business requirements and negotiate with suppliers
• Establish preferred suppliers and a supplier management program
• Develop, implement and manage Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)/Tenders using global systems such as Ariba
• Analyse purchasing spend via analysis and exception reporting
• Communicate, influence and assist staff to implement opportunities that reduce costs, improve value, quality and service
• Develop and implement category management strategies
• Perform commodity market analysis and evaluate suppliers
• Maintain the Contract Management System
• Support business with the vendor and procurement systems
• Support the Commercial Division with travel bookings
   

What you will have:
 

• Minimum 5 years experience in procurement
• Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Business or Management
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Experience in end-to-end management of RFP/RFQs
• Able to negotiate between internal and external stakeholders
• Must have a "can-do" attitude
• Demonstrated history of achieving cost savings across different categories
• Experience with contract management and commercial terms
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Capacity to show initiative and can work autonomously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Strong analysis and decision-making skills
   

Who we are
 
Improving the health and quality of life of patients is the goal of the research-driven pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim. The focus in doing so is on diseases for which no satisfactory treatment option exists to date. The company therefore concentrates on developing innovative therapies that can extend patients’ lives. In animal health, Boehringer Ingelheim stands for advanced prevention.
 
Family-owned since it was established in 1885, Boehringer Ingelheim is one of the pharmaceutical industry’s top 20 companies. Some 50,000 employees create value through innovation daily for the three business areas human pharmaceuticals, animal health and biopharmaceuticals. In 2017, Boehringer Ingelheim achieved net sales of nearly 18.1 billion euros. R&D expenditure, exceeding three billion euros, corresponded to 17.0 per cent of net sales. For more information about Boehringer Ingelheim visit www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.au
 
What we offer
 
Boehringer Ingelheim offers a competitive remuneration package including flexible salary packaging options, and industry-leading lifestyle benefits including attractive leave options, paid parental leave, subsidised health insurance and a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.
 
We want the best to apply!
 
Boehringer Ingelheim is a global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture.  We embrace diversity of perspectives and foster an inclusive environment which benefits our people, patients and communities.  We are interested in the best people working for us, which is why we adopt a responsible, open-minded approach to employment that complies with the Australian Fair Work Act.
 
How to apply
 
If you would like to be part of this highly driven and successful team please submit your CV and a covering letter addressing the key criteria above by the closing date: 13th July, 2018.
 
You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
 
It is Boehringer Ingelheim's policy not to accept speculative resumes from Agencies, unless the role has been released directly to the agency. If we require your assistance on any roles we will contact you at the time.