Procurement Process Automation Lead

• Location: Budapest, Hungary

About the job

Our Hubs are a crucial part of how we innovate, improving performance across every Sanofi department and providing a springboard for the amazing work we do. Build a career and you can be part of transforming our business while helping to change millions of lives. Ready? As the Procurement Process Automation Lead within our CAPEX Procurement Team, you'll help Sanofi to build up a diverse and health supply chain in Process equipment category. In the booming AI & automated industry, the role Process Automation Optimization Lead has never been more crucial. As standardisation technology & Lean process improvement increase in size and complexity, the need for seasoned professionals who can source, manage, and coordinate this strategic portfolio is vital.

We're an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

Main responsibilities

• Category management, deliver end-to-end portfolio strategy for Automation process equipment following the Global Category Management process: internal, external analysis to create strategic direction for each category & sub-category covering end to end lifecycle management (standardization, TCO, obsolescence)
• Maintain knowledge of supply chain best practices and industry benchmarks while providing solutions & alternatives for process improvement and anticipate & consolidate all business needs to develop action plans, and facilitate implementation of procurement strategy
• Communicate departmental vision & goals and track and report functional metrics, prepare and manage the procurement savings and managing and resolve any issues with suppliers
• Build up robust stakeholder map & community of practise to leverage technology, opportunities and implement strategic direction globally in close collaboration with Global Engineering/Manufacturing & Supply: Develop and implement Global procurement strategies understanding regional footprint and specificities
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms while acting as a change agent and lead multi location projects/support RFQ, execute negotiations as needed for Automation process equipment project, and deliver world class total savings objectives
• Develop Strategic Supplier Relationships programs: Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality, timely delivery, and contract compliance
• Ensure procurement technical excellence (Total cost ownership, Supplier Relationship Management, Market Intel, Risk Management, Innovation, Corporate social responsibility, Environmental Social and Governance, compliance, quality...)

About you

Experience

• Professional CAPEX procurement experience in pharma industry
• Good knowledges of CAPEX, construction & Equipment Supplier market of Pharmaceutical
• Preferred demonstrated knowledge of procurement systems, processes and procedures

Soft skills

• Analytical and negotiation skills and techniques
• Strong Project Management skill and knowledge
• Good leadership, communication and interpersonal skills

Technical

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business or another relevant field

Languages

• Fluency in English

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave
• Play an instrumental part in creating best practice within our Procurement Team having a great opportunity to be part of a diverse team

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let's pursue progress. And let's discover extraordinary together.

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