VP Procurement - Azura
Core
Strategic leader defining and executing company-wide category strategies to drive sustainable value, cost optimization, and supply continuity across AZURA's healthcare operations.
Role type
VP Category Management (Strategic Leadership)
Builds
Enterprise-wide category strategies, supplier ecosystems, and Source-to-Pay operating models for AZURA and FME Corporate.
Domain
Healthcare (Cardiology and Vascular Surgery) / Strategic Procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Category strategy development, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, financial acumen, P&L impact analysis, global best-cost-country sourcing, ERP/digital procurement transformation, executive influence, team leadership and development.
Preferred skills
MBA or advanced degree, experience in hospital/outpatient healthcare environments, deep knowledge of medical products and equipment for cardiology/vascular surgery.
Technologies
S4/Hana, ERP systems, digital procurement platforms.
Responsibilities
Develop and refine enterprise-wide category strategies aligned with FME objectives; lead strategic sourcing initiatives and complex negotiations; manage supplier segmentation, performance, and risk mitigation; integrate Category Management feedback into the Source-to-Pay model; report key performance metrics to executive leadership; recruit and develop Category Management talent.
Seniority
VP, Executive Leadership
