Vendor Management Specialist

Job Description

Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who can develop and manage procurement strategies for a wide range of goods and services. You will need to be a self-starter with great organization and problem-solving skills, a head for numbers, client oriented and the ability to develop strong relationships with key stakeholders. To be successful in this role, you will need a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar position, a working knowledge of procurement, sourcing and depot management, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is highly desirable, as is a degree in business, finance, or a related field.  If you are a highly organized, motivated individual who is looking for an exciting opportunity to apply their procurement skills, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Participates in kick-off meeting calls to create the best global strategy and recommend best proposals for procurement of supplies or depot services.
• Provides complete oversight of supply chain for global protocols, ensuring compliance in a dynamic environment throughout the lifecycle of the projects.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks that may impact project success and develop contingency plans to minimize the impact of risks.
• Monitors all activities are executed in compliance with SOPs, client requirement, and GxP.
• Primary point of escalation for intricate situations, consistently delivering swift resolutions.
• Participate in calls with Suppliers and Vendor Oversight Managers to explore and expedite solutions.
• Develops, implements, and provides training for tools centered around process improvement.
• Lead calls with Vendor Management team to provide guidance on Vendor Management process, tools, vendor issues, etc
• Oversees project financial control at client level with a focus on Purchase Orders (PO) budget ensuring compliance with financial objectives.
• Identify areas for improvement and suggest new methods and approaches.

Job Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, or Related Field
• At Least Years 3 of Experience in a Procurement/Sourcing Role
• Excellent Communication Skills Both Verbal and Written
• Ability To Develop and Maintain Supplier Relationships
• Proficient In Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Erp Systems And Other Procurement Systems