Delivery Manager/ Sourcing Manager (m/f/d)

pFor a leading global healthcare and life sciences company operating in a highly regulated manufacturing environment, we are seeking a bProcurement Delivery Manager (m/w/d) /b. In this role, you will drive strategic procurement initiatives across manufacturing operations, manage supplier relationships and negotiations, support cost-saving and continuous improvement programs, and act as a key partner between Procurement and business stakeholders to ensure efficient and compliant sourcing processes. /ppThe Delivery Manager is responsible for the deployment of strategic procurement initiatives within a designated manufacturing network, ensuring alignment with Category Management strategies. This role acts as a key business partner to the site/network and encompasses supplier management (including negotiation, contracting, and performance monitoring), as well as handling escalations from business stakeholders. The Delivery Manager plays a key part in driving cost savings, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to optimize value for Operations. /ppEnsuring all procurement requests adhere to category guidance and comply with relevant policies, standards, and procedures is paramount. The role involves collaborating with both Procurement and Business stakeholders to understand requirements and execute the appropriate procurement process using established methodologies and tools. The Procurement Delivery Manager also works closely with Category Management teams to address end-user needs and identify opportunities for demand aggregation and leverage. /ppFurthermore, this position requires proficiency in business enterprise tools (e.g., SAP) and a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end procurement process, including requirements documentation, analysis, negotiation, and stakeholder communication. The Procurement Delivery Manager translates business needs into clear procurement specifications, ensuring efficient execution and high levels of internal customer service. This role contributes to identifying and delivering overall savings opportunities. /ph3Tasks Responsibilities: /h3ulliStrategic procurement initiatives - Deployment of strategic procurement initiatives within a manufacturing network ensuring a focus on efficiency, compliance, and the quality of customer service. This includes the following actions: /liliUnderstand end-user requirements as received directly or indirectly /liliLeverage the applicable category guidance documents and procurement knowledge to determine the best method for driving value in meeting the request /liliCoordination of the sourcing process(RfIs, RfQs, RfPs) for the delivery of sourcing activity, incl. the application of eSourcing tools. Support the implementation of new processes, policies, and technologies /liliExecute support requests, applying continuous improvement methodologies where possible /liliEnsure compliance to applicable policies, standards, and operating procedures to maintain the organization’s right to operate /liliCommunicate the status, progress, and outcomes of procurement activities /liliSupport the creation and review of relevant purchasing documentation /liliMaintain information flows – Responsible for maintaining strong information flows back to the Category Management teams in the event of: /liliHigh-value or non-standard requests (i.e. those not covered by guidelines) /liliOpportunities to aggregate demand and generate additional leverage /liliRegular submission of operations data and requirements to develop new strategies /liliCollaborate with support functions – Collaborate on an as-needed basis with relevant business support functions (e.g. Accounts Payable) to drive operational efficiencies and maximum value-add to the business /liliMonitor targets and KPIs – Ensure that Direct Procurement Operations targets and metrics on customer service are delivered. Track and monitor these metrics where required, and escalation issues as they arise /liliCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR) – Support CSR initiatives related to (candidate) suppliers, e.g. supplier diversity, anti-bribery, animal welfare, etc. /liliTraining – Perform continuous professional development activities and ensure up-to-date training in processes and systems relevant to the position /li /ulpThe perfect candidate has knowledge of business enterprise tools (e.g. SAP) and the overall procurement process / methodology, such as documenting requirements, conducting analysis and negotiations, and communicating with stakeholders and suppliers. The role has a strong understanding of internal stakeholder functions and requirements, and effectively translates business needs into procurement requirements. By efficiently and effectively executing the procurement process end-to-end, the Delivery Manager/Sourcing Manager ensures that end user demand and expectations are satisfied. In addition to providing high levels of internal customer service, the role also contributes to overall savings opportunity identification and delivery. /ph3Must Haves: /h3ulliUniversity degree, with a business-related degree, preferably a post-graduate business qualification /liliBusiness level fluency in English as well as the primary business language of the site(s) (competence or fluency in other sub-region languages is strongly encouraged) /lili3+ years of procurement experience with experience in basic contracting, business enterprise systems, and spot buying /liliExperience or demonstrated understanding in supporting cost reduction and value improvement programs /liliExperience with enterprise systems and procure to-pay tools and eSourcing tools is desired /liliGood communication skills and demonstrated understanding of translating business requirements into procurement specifications with customer service in mind /liliKnowledgeable in systems and processes for efficient management of contract documentation, templates and processing tools (e.g. eSourcing, eAuction) /liliDesirably professional purchasing (e.g. CIPS, ISM) or Finance related licenses or certifications /li /ulh3Nice to Haves: /h3ulliExperience in operational excellence or continuous improvement methodologies as well as experience in Life Sciences are a plus /liliCompetence or fluency in other sub-region languages is strongly encouraged. /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr