Procurement Manager

Boudry, Neuenburg, Switzerland

Job Description

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Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: .

Key responsibilities will include:

The Strategic Sourcing & Procurement (SS&P) Buyer Boudry will:
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders within the Business Units, Engineering, Global Procurement, Supply Chain, Account Payables and other Finance/Admin functions to ensure a seamless Source to pay business process, while providing a high level of customer service.
  • Support Boudry\\xe2\\x80\\x99s Capital investment strategy and ensure compliance/governance on all major capital projects. The individual will be instrumental in monitoring/ensuring cost savings including alternate sourcing of materials for cost savings/avoidance across all sites.
  • Support site management and engineering teams on supplier engagement during construction and operational build of the Boudry facility and strategic projects thereafter.
  • Support implementation of key Indirect projects/policies at site and project manage the executional element of activity.
  • Lead/support site-based risk assessments (Indirect & Engineering Services) and prioritize overall business continuity process engagement with the global team.
  • Support /manages procure to pay transactions, enforce policies and internal controls, gather permit collection activities, and provide support for end-users in addition to managing vendor relationships and interactions.
  • Negotiate deliveries with suppliers and escalate as needed through Procurement when deliveries are not aligned to support production needs.
  • Be the escalation contact for investigation and resolution of transactional issues e.g. invoice discrepancies, damages, over shipments, etc.
  • Manage contracts, creation of legal documents and templates, supporting LOIs, SOWs and MSAs across the site and network. Maintains timely control of documents and data to assure accurate retention of records and audit compliance and governance.
  • Achieve and exceed metrics including value beyond savings, cost avoidances.
  • \\xe2\\x80\\xa2Lead Supplier Relationship Management programs and align with Category Leads.
  • \\xe2\\x80\\xa2Lead Regional sub-category strategy development and execution in conjunction with relevant category lead.
  • \\xe2\\x80\\xa2Support cGMP or Finance audit activities, as required, and in alignment with site quality and finance operations.
  • \\xe2\\x80\\xa2Work with department heads to identify new opportunities and involves Procurement for overall strategy alignment and seeks ways to improve overall service performance.
Essential experience and behaviours:
  • Bachelor\\xe2\\x80\\x99s Degree
  • Minimum 5 years of work experience - preferably in Procurement, Supply Chain and/or Planning.
  • Experience and understanding of both Direct Materials and Capital procurement is a strong asset.
  • Excellent communication skills and be able to communicate to multiple levels within the company and at suppliers.
  • Highly experienced in SAP Procurement module. Additional experience in Supply Chain, MRP Planning and Inventory modules strongly preferred.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Ariba contract management an asset.
  • Procurement skills such as developing relationships with suppliers, expediting, prioritizing and negotiating deliveries, analyzing and reporting on supplier performance.
  • Prior cGMP experience in biopharmaceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and/or medical device industry is highly preferred. Comparable controlled industries may be acceptable.
  • Positive, collaborative approach to problem solving. Demonstrated success working in a team environment.
  • Thrives working in a fast-paced environment and proven ability to manage multiple projects/tasks effectively.
  • Demonstrated high degree of independence, requiring minimal supervision from senior management.
  • Strong customer service orientation with excellent analytic, interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills
  • Proactive, creative and analytic approach to continuous improvement in delivering procurement services and identifying new opportunities.
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On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

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  • Job Id
    JD1602918
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Boudry, Neuenburg, Switzerland
  • Education
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