The Procurement Specialist (12 month Fixed Term Contract) will be responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Department in line with Manufacturing plan.  Key responsibilities will include sourcing and purchasing of direct and primarily indirect materials and associated good and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the purchasing of indirect goods and associated services required to support the plant activities. 
• Support placement and conversion of purchase requisitions/orders on time and manage SAP transactions, covering indirect and direct procurement in line with the agreed purchase process.  
• Support price negotiations in line with company policy and budget and also agree on terms and conditions. 
• Support all internal customers through rapid response to enquiries regarding pricing and availability. Liaise with end users as needed.  
• Ensure order confirmation and timings.
• Manage order placement/expedite as needed in line with site requirements.
• Provide supply agreements and contracts in conjunction with other departments. 
• Managing /supporting key master data inputs to align with production/site needs. 
• Managing/supporting key inventory reports. 
• Support the co-coordination of deliveries in agreement with production/site needs, monitoring/changing deliveries in line with changing timelines. 
• Support the introduction, onboarding and approval of new suppliers following approved processes and in line with approved specifications. Working with relevant departments to incorporate all activities, including HSE and quality teams.
• Support team with custom clearance/reach activities where necessary.
• Support other functions in relation to materials, availability, and pricing, and monitor savings and PPV as required.  
• Maintain an understanding of the global and local market, strategies, trends, and dynamics which may impact the business.
• Support the management of relevant KPIs for the department as required.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to discuss sourcing, purchasing, approval and delivery.
• Develop supplier relationships to support business /commercial needs.
• Support direct procurement function as and when required.
• Support the wider SCM department as and when required.

 
Requirements 

Education

• Graduate from Business/Science or related discipline. 

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain/procurement, preferably gained in the Chemical /Pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience working in a GMP environment.
• Familiar with MS Office tools (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and experience in operating ERP systems, preferably SAP. 
• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks based on site needs. 
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Communication Skills 

• Good conflict management in and outside own organisation. 
• Good team-player. 
• Good communicator also in difficult situations. 
• Good negotiation, interpersonal, organisation and communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions as required.
• Ability to communicate with suppliers/partners/internal stakeholders.

Team Player

• Works hard to build and maintain the trust and respect of other team members.
• Understands team structure - works towards and supports team objectives.
• Sensitive to the feelings of others and willing to consider the opinions of others.
• Fully understands and applies team process skills - supports open discussion. 

Flexibility

• Adapts to changing demands and conditions - willing to consider alternatives. 
• Willing and able to work within broad guidelines. 
• Willing to act before being asked and to suggest and develop new initiatives. 

Concern for Quality, Safety and Environment 

• Positive attitude towards Right First Time, encompassing quality, safety and environmental protection; encourages others to adopt a similar approach.  

Self-management and Motivation 

• Dependable and self-confident – demonstrates belief in own ability, able to work without supervision and manages time well. 
• Displays a high level of activity and achieves objectives even when faced with obstacles.
• Shows willingness to put in extra effort to fulfil job requirements.

Problem-solving, Innovation, Creativity and Continuous Improvement 

• Able to break problems down into manageable parts to identify root causes.  
• Creates new and imaginative solutions to problems. 
• Prompts to improve processes and products, strives and promotes continuous improvement. 
• Encourages worker-driven improvement teams and supports their efforts. 
• Maintains an appropriate number of visible performance indicators. 
• Familiar with MS Office tools (Work, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and experience in operating ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Planning and Organisation 

• Well organised and can readily cope with several tasks or activities. 
• Able to prioritise tasks based on site needs. 
• Plans well in advance and can readily accommodate unscheduled events.  
• Financial awareness in relation to costs, savings, inventory, and cash flow.

 
Why consider Sterling?
Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).  This is complimented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research and development bioconjugation services.
 
We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, UK and Ireland, where we employ talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.
 
Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees.  You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day. 
 
Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

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