Associate Director Global Procurement

We are currently looking to fill an Associate Director Global Procurement, R&D position within our team. In this role you will be responsible for all Procurement activities in support of the global clinical CRO category. As an Associate Director will manage categories with high degree of complexity, as well as executing challenging supplier negotiations and delivering high service level to the business. In this role, you must demonstrate the capability to proactively manage a supply base and maximize value, minimize risk, and ensure quality & cost effectiveness by working collaboratively with business unit. In this role, a typical day may include the following: Help define and implement the global CRO Category strategy to serve global and regional business needs. Work closely with stakeholders to lead discussions related to the CRO Category and aligns category priorities with Procurement management and stakeholders. Manage negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder e...