9 out of 10 prescriptions here in the US are filled by generic drugs. Sandoz is one of the top developers and manufacturers of life changing generic medicines and Sandoz has the aspiration to be the Leading Generic and Biosimilar Company in the world with a purpose of pioneering access for patients. We are looking for curious, innovative, driven people to help us get new generic and biosimilar products into the market to improve access for patients. Maybe that’s you. The Associate Director Procurement Sandoz is responsible for serving as the key procurement contact to one or more business areas (e.g. site(s), franchise(s), countries, Sandoz Executive Committee).
The roles are accountable for implementing the global Procurement strategic goals on business level (e.g. site(s), franchise(s), countries, Sandoz Executive Committee) for and successfully managing relevant KPIs in regards to productivity, compliance metrics, processes, customer satisfaction and (if applicable) people development.
The role implements and monitors preferred supplier concepts to deliver value and reduce procurement touch. The role is also accountable for successfully managing and developing relationships driving value for their business with stakeholders in and with key suppliers to increase value for Sandoz, as well as (where applicable) managing and leading the team of Procurement Managers and develops procurement capabilities as well as key talents.

Major Accountabilities (Describe the main results of the job to be achieved )

• Drive/Implement strategic goals from overall Procurement strategy
• Accountable productivity/cost efficiency targets
• Accountable for key compliance metrics such as PO-compliance, process compliance in Support centrally led processes (e.g., NFCM, TPRM).
• Successful implementation of global, regional and projects across & functions, ensure key stakeholder alignment and customer satisfaction.
• Manage quality of the end-to-end Procurement process incl. compliance to policies, strategies and processes. Support seamless integration of capability centres into the end-to-end process.
• Manage relationships with (senior and executive) stakeholders
• Serve as key contact for stakeholders. Build effective relationships of mutual trust and understanding.
• Understand business priorities and ensure Procurement activities effectively support business strategies.
• Transmit relevant business insights to their local teams, global/regional Category Management as well to sourcing managers and buyers.
• Manage supplier relationships
• Executing the Source-to-Contract process including respective strategies, approaches and methods: Preparing and conducting fact-based negotiations. Adapting tactics from a broad portfolio of negotiation strategies to achieve results that support business and Procurement objectives.
• Manage and build effective relationships with key suppliers in their area of responsibility to drive value for Sandoz through cost effectiveness and access to innovation.
• Ensure effective local implementation of global supplier strategies (e.g. implementation of strategic suppliers, contracting principles, execution of global/regional contracts).
• Manage local supplier landscape in line with business strategies & global Procurement goals and strategies (e.g. payment terms, manage tail spend, local supplier management process).
• Ensure effective communication
• Ensure effective communication between the different Procurement functions, such as Operations, Capability centres, global/regional category management, compliance.
• Serve as the key contact for stakeholders and ensure that business needs/requirements are reflected in procurement activities.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $118,400. and $177,600. per year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/22 through 12/31/22, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

University/Advanced degree is required.
Bachelor degree required in Business, Organization development or similar; Master’s degree preferred.
Additional qualifications (CIPS, Project Management, etc.) or similar professional qualifications preferred..
English (excellence in speaking and writing),
additional languages desirable.
7 years of procurement experience in large multinational organization.
Experience in change management and leading through change.
Ability to influence and manage senior stakeholders.
Proven track record of successful supplier negotiation and management.
Proven track record of delivering the saving target and bringing value add through procurement processes.
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Why Consider Sandoz?
500 million patients were touched by Sandoz generic and biosimilar medicines in 2021 and while we’re proud of this, we know there is more we could do to continue to help pioneer access to medicines for people around the world.

How will we do this? We believe new insights, perspectives and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working.

We believe our potential can thrive and grow in an unbossed culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity and flexibility. And we can reinvent what's possible, when we collaborate with courage to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life, is the risk of never trying!

Imagine what you could do here at Sandoz!

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com or call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

COVID-19 Vaccine Policy: While Novartis does not require vaccination for COVID-19 or proof of a recent negative test result for COVID-19 at this time, employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere to and comply with customers’ (such as hospitals, physician offices, etc.) credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination. As required by applicable law, Novartis will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for those unable to be vaccinated. This requirement is subject to applicable state and local laws and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions. Please send accommodation requests to Eh.occupationalhealth@novartis.com.

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SANDOZ

COMMERCIAL OPS NA SZ

USA

Princeton, NJ

Sandoz Inc

Procurement

Full Time

Regular

No

Yes