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Tier-1 brand and metro location increase candidate density despite specialized procurement requirements.
R&D life-sciences sourcing and regulatory experience demands industry-specific expertise, limiting cross-industry transferability.
Explicit 8–13 years, mandatory CLM/tools, and domain-specific procurement expertise raise screening strictness.
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Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for the R&D Cross Category, including supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract management to optimize costs and manage risks.
Develop and execute Go-To-Market sourcing plans aligned with business and category strategies, leveraging data analytics for cost-saving and operational efficiency.
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure sourcing strategies support organizational goals and compliance requirements.
8 to 13 years of relevant work experience in strategic sourcing or procurement.
Proven experience in supplier negotiation and managing end-to-end contract lifecycle in a global procurement environment.
Proficiency with e-Sourcing and Contract Lifecycle Management tools such as SAP Ariba, Workday Strategic Sourcing, or Sirion Labs.
Strong command of English language; regulatory compliance experience with procurement activities.
Experienced in leading complex global sourcing projects within a matrixed environment, particularly in Life Sciences or R&D-related cross categories.
Skilled in data-driven decision making and capable of influencing senior stakeholders and guiding cross-functional teams.
Familiar with procurement platforms and ERP systems, with strong legal, financial, and contractual fluency for managing R&D service agreements.