Procurement Specialist
Core
Provide procurement support for the Shannon manufacturing business, covering services, materials, and capital expenditure in a GxP environment.
Role type
Procurement Specialist (Manufacturing/Life Sciences)
Builds
Critical supplies and services for a US-listed pharmaceutical/biotechnology company
Domain
Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Required skills
Sourcing and supplier negotiation, Cost savings identification, Commercial contract review, Supplier performance management, GxP compliance, ERP/MRP system usage
Preferred skills
Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS), Experience with GMP/GDP systems, Project management
Technologies
ERP/MRP systems
Responsibilities
Manage procurement activity from defining requirements through tender evaluation and contract negotiation, Identify cost savings and cost-avoidance opportunities across materials and services, Undertake first-line reviews of supplier agreements and negotiate commercial terms, Develop relationships with critical suppliers and monitor delivery and performance, Work with stakeholders to establish mitigation measures for supply risks