Executive Director – External Manufacturing Procurement

We are a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company and our innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide.

Ultimately, our aim is to find solutions that prevent, treat and even cure some of the world’s most complex diseases. Whether that’s by shaping the patient ecosystem and focusing on outcomes, or by progressing potential medicines and accelerating their launch.

As AstraZeneca launches the Growth Through Innovation strategy we have created a Procurement group that will have responsibility for the value chain from late stage development through to drug manufacture and distribution to patients. The new structure is designed to help us build on a proud legacy of operational excellence, and ensure we are positioned to continue to deliver more life-changing medicines for patients.

Introduction to Role:

Join our dynamic team at AstraZeneca as an Executive Director – External Manufacturing Procurement. As a key member of the Operations Procurement leadership team, you will report directly to the VP, Global Head of Operations Procurement. This role offers an opportunity to lead a family of categories, provide leadership to Procurement professionals, and partner with a specific area of Operations. Your expertise in Procurement and business will be instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the function and delivering excellence in business partnering.

Accountabilities:

As an Executive Director – External Manufacturing Procurement, you will develop a strategic global category management approach for outsourcing of unit operations in manufacturing, across end-to-end global supply chains. You will assume overall responsibility for all procurement activity, including strategy development, risk management, and the global procurement and material management process. You will also ensure supply chain security for Devices and External Testing, and Clinical Supply chains across the whole project/product portfolio. Your leadership skills will be crucial in coaching, mentoring, and developing direct reports and managing senior stakeholders.

Essential Skills/Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study

Extensive experience of Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience

Experience of project management, execution of large, multiple or cross-functional projects

Experience of managing, leading developing dynamic work teams

In-depth knowledge of commodity markets, specialist in technical/subject area

Basic understanding of material functionality, material flow and handling to optimize supply chain effectiveness

Good understanding of how own expertise integrates with the function and basic commercial awareness

Strong communication and diplomacy skills

Professional-Project management/process improvement experience

Strategic Management experience

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Understanding of multiple aspects of procurement process

Operations experience across multiple technology platforms

MBA - Or other equivalent Master's Degree

CPM or APICS certification

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Are you ready to join a growing enterprise where there's potential for huge impact and lifelong learning? Our enriched pipeline offers interesting and stretching work, whilst our culture provides the trust and support to make it happen. Apply now to be part of our innovative team!

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