Descripción de la Oferta

The primary function of Purchasing is to economically and efficiently purchase goods and services commensurate with policies and objectives, while adhering to a strict standard of business ethics and integrity. Provides high levels of customer satisfaction. Manages suppliers effectively. The Purchasing Chief works closely with Affiliate management and employees at levels up to and including directors and divisional directors and managers in a technical and/or specialist role. This position negotiates, develops and implements agreements that maximize value and support client initiatives, standardizes materials, services and suppliers. This position will work on the definition and resolution of known or anticipated problems in value, quality, feasibility, and specifications in the procurement of goods and services, while contributing cost savings and other value added activity to support customer needs and expectations.

Responsibilities:

* Responsible for sourcing, bidding, negotiating, contracting, and purchasing goods and services based on category of spend supported, according to PSM manager guideline. Execute the competitive bidding process in accordance with AbbVie’s Purchasing Policy.

* Understand AbbVie’s approved buying channels and contracting policy for goods and services and help guide requestor’s to the appropriate buying channel;

* Understand existing preferred supplier relationships for certain spend categories and help drive spend to these suppliers;

* Identify, develop, and implement improved and standardized buying practices to ensure adequacy of supply chain. Educate requistioners on the same

* Provide support to ensure continuous improvement in supplier/company interface.

* Works closely with Finance to review and approve all required purchasing related documentation (bid forms/waivers, meetings forms, new vendor forms etc).

* Meet regularly with internal customers and support functions to ensure customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

* Support AbbVie sourcing strategies and obtain client and procurement manager approval of category sourcing strategies.

* Develop and maintain a supply base that ensures the best value for quality, delivery, pricing, service, etc. This includes the performance of on-going analysis and cost reductions by implementation of preferred supplier networks by category to ensure the lowest overall cost and highest possible value for dollars spent.

* Develop and analyse spent information and reports in order to identify savings opportunities and projects

* Develop users’ manuals, suppliers’ catalogues and PSM Websites for each country.

* Develop and maintain necessary files and records to maximize performance in completing job functions.

* Perform on-going analysis and cost reductions to ensure the lowest overall cost and highest possible value for dollars spent.

Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications

Systems
* SAP & Purchasing Systems (Supplier Relationship Management (SRM))
* Contract Management Tool
* E-Sourcing Tool
Business Knowledge
* Purchasing Policy
* Competitive Bidding Policy
* Contracting Policy
* Document Retention Policy
Technical Knowledge
* Supplier Evaluation & Selection
* Negotiation Skills and Cost Analytics
* Pharmaceutical Industry Knowledge (preferred but not required)

Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Business Administration or related discipline
* 3 years of progressive experience in a purchasing agent / buyer role, preferably in Pharmaceutical industry
* Experience with SAP (SRM) and e-Sourcing tools preferred, but not required
* Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
* Strong written and verbal skills enabling effective communication with all levels of management
* Individual must be self-motivated with great follow-up skills and be able to work independently
* Strong organizational skills required to coordinate and manage multiple cross divisional work process and projects

Educación Superior

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