Procurement Manager CE

Procurement Manager CE

Location: Czech Republic

About the Role

AstraZeneca is seeking an accomplished Procurement Manager for our CE Cluster (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary). This is a strategic role with responsibility for driving purchasing efficiency, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services, and supporting company-wide financial objectives. You will be fully responsible for the procurement activities for the country/ies of your location and at the same time, coordinate procurement across the cluster, play an integral role in shaping procurement strategy, and guarantee budget compliance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Ownership: Responsible for the purchase of goods and services within assigned region, and for procurement coordination across the CE Cluster.
• Strategic Input: Actively develop procurement strategy and provide expert insights.
• Cost Management: Prepare annual Master Planner and category summaries using AZ templates. Track categories monthly and deliver targeted savings.
• Supplier Relations: Evaluate, negotiate, renegotiate, and renew supplier contracts; maintain up-to-date supplier records and prepare the Preferred Suppliers List.
• Market Research: Monitor competitive landscape and conduct ongoing market research.
• Process & Governance: Implement and update CEE-BA Procurement SOPs and related forms. Report savings in the AZ savings tracker tool and support contract management per AZ processes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Procurement Specialist in the CE cluster, CEE-BA Distribution & Procurement Lead, Regional Category Managers, Global Procurement Teams, and internal stakeholders. Liaise proactively with Purchasing Support teams throughout the cluster.
• Training & Communication: Lead procurement training for business stakeholders and ensure clear communication regarding procurement news and initiatives.
• Reporting: Prepare quarterly procurement overviews for cluster leadership and participate in monthly dashboard and global procurement initiatives.

Key Performance Areas

• Comply with and communicate all company policies to suppliers
• Exchange product/service information professionally
• Provide equal opportunity for all suppliers in presenting offers
• Collaborate with internal end-user departments
• Participate in supplier selection and co-design of products/services
• Manage supplier feedback mechanisms
• Demonstrate experience in people management

Candidate Requirements

• University degree preferred in economics
• At least 3 years of purchasing experience
• Strong negotiation abilities
• Project management familiarity
• Fluent in English (oral and written)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Results orientation with initiative to identify and present new opportunities
• Excellent organizational skills; proven multi-tasker
• Team player with analytical mindset and proactive communication style

Who You'll Work With

You’ll engage with all AstraZeneca staff (internal customers) and AstraZeneca suppliers (external customers) in delivering procurement excellence across the CE Cluster.

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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.