Job Description
Our Animal Health business unit is a trusted, world-leading provider in veterinary medicine. The preservation and improvement of the health, well-being and performance of animals, and of the people who care for them, are at the center of our focus. We are a global team of diverse professionals working together to make a positive contribution to animal husbandry and the global food supply. We have a deep sense of responsibility toward our customers, consumers, animals, society and our planet.
As one of the most significant research-based pharmaceutical companies in veterinary medicine, Animal Health offers veterinarians, farmers, animal keepers and governments one of the largest portfolios of veterinary medicines, vaccines, health solutions and animal health management services, as well as an extensive range of digitally connected products for identification, traceability and monitoring. We invest in dynamic, extensive research and development activities and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries. Our products are available in around 150 markets.
TASKS
- Responsibility for indirect procurement (CAPEX and OPEX); additionally support for direct materials sourcing as needed, to promote supply security, risk minimization and achievement of business objectives
- Management of the entire procurement process, including supplier and offer analysis, supplier selection, negotiations, contract execution and SLA agreements
- Central point of contact for supplier management
- Achieving cost-saving targets through cross-functional collaboration
- Leading strategic sourcing projects and contributing to initiatives in line with the site and category procurement strategies
- Managing supplier risk management and supply security measures, including risk identification, planning of mitigation measures and follow-up
- Developing and leading plans to improve supplier performance in collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers
- Leading complex, cross-functional procurement projects and ensuring effective stakeholder alignment and achievement of agreed objectives
- Supporting the monitoring and reporting of key procurement KPIs and performance indicators to promote operational excellence and continuous improvement
- Maintaining procurement-relevant master and reporting data, ensuring compliance with Global Sourcing guidelines and supporting supplier-related quality assurance processes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completed university degree (ideally in business administration or chemistry/process industry) combined with several years of professional experience in procurement, or an equivalent education and several years of relevant professional experience
- At least 5 years of relevant procurement experience within the pharmaceutical industry
- Commercial and administrative knowledge
- Communication skills, teamwork, independent working, analytical thinking and project management skills
- Very good knowledge of SAP and ARIBA
- Experience working with teams in a multinational environment desirable
- Very good German and English language skills, written and spoken
We are proud to be a company built on the values of our diverse, talented and dedicated employees. The fastest way to advance innovative developments is to bring together different ideas in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to discuss their ideas objectively and to tackle problems together. We see ourselves as an equal opportunity employer and are committed to promoting inclusive, diverse workplaces.
Additional location(s) Compensation Information:
Required Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Contract Management, Contract Negotiations, Cost Efficiency, Driving Continuous Improvement, Influencing Skills, Supplier Negotiations, Supplier Performance Evaluation, Supplier Relationship Management, Vendor Management
Preferred Skills:
German Language, Procurement
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
10/30/2026
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