Senior Sourcing Specialist REFM & Capital

Job Title: Senior Sourcing Specialist REFM & Capital

Introduction to role

Are you ready to take charge of sourcing strategies that make a real impact? As a Senior Sourcing Specialist, you'll lead the Facilities Management (FM) soft and hard services strategy for our Ireland sites, focusing on key performance indicators, governance, and continuous improvement. You'll support collaborators in waste management and site trades engagement, ensuring seamless operations. Your expertise will also be crucial in managing engineering site projects and collaborating with real estate partners for consolidations and refurbishments. Ready to tackle blocking issues and inspire change?

Accountabilities

In this dynamic role, you'll manage business relationships, gaining a deep understanding of requirements to implement global sourcing strategies. You'll optimize vendor bases, ensuring the lowest total cost of ownership while maintaining high service quality. Your commitment to cost control and timely supply will be vital. You'll assist in managing supplier performance by analyzing critical metrics and business scorecards, improving value through contract monitoring. Your negotiation skills will emphasize financial terms, risk management, and sustainability. You'll develop compliance to supplier Service Level Agreements and follow market trends to support internal customers.

Essential Skills/Experience

- Procurement and sourcing experience
- 2+ years’ experience in a relatable environment (Multi-national, GMP manufacturing, Industrial)
- Skill to engage with customers and establish efficient working relationships
- Ability to work to deadlines
- English fluency is required

Desirable Skills/Experience

- Some Category management experience preferably in Facilities and Maintenance Services
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams
- Knowledge of Ireland Facilities Services market
- Knowledge of Ireland Trades market
- Service oriented
- Ability to work on Global teams and independently

At AstraZeneca, you'll find an environment where innovation thrives and connections are built to explore ideas that transform lives. Our culture values diversity and inclusion, empowering you to contribute your unique perspective. Join a team that prioritizes crafting solutions for patients, where you'll collaborate with colleagues to recognize accomplishments and provide mutual support in crafting impact. Join us in our mission to impact lives positively while growing your career in a supportive community.

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? Apply now and let's make a difference together!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.