Strategic Procurement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Paisley, Renfrewshire, United Kingdom Thermo Fisher Scientific Full time

Position Overview:

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a highly skilled Procurement professional to support the Senior Manager, Procurement in driving strategic relationships with the supply base. As a key member of the procurement team, you will be responsible for improving supplier performance, mitigating supply chain risk, and leading a team of Buyers to ensure on-time material availability for manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the development of strategic ideas and strategies to enhance operational efficiency and business performance.
  • Establish and review supplier agreements, conduct regular scorecard reviews, and lead quarterly business reviews to drive performance improvement initiatives.
  • Resolve high-level issues related to price, quality, delivery, or payment, and identify opportunities to mitigate risk and reduce costs.
  • Drive procurement process improvement and develop clear work instructions to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Build strong collaborative partnerships with colleagues across the organization, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Lead and support projects to eliminate non-value-added activities, and provide coaching and mentoring to team members.
  • Support the Material Planning team as needed, and create management information reports to inform business decisions.

Requirements:

  • Proven strategic procurement experience, preferably in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Strong leadership qualities, with experience in developing high-performing teams.
  • Understanding of working in a regulated environment, with experience in contract and risk management.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in advanced Excel skills.
  • Ability to work in an office environment, with occasional travel required.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific:

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a leading global provider of scientific instrumentation and software, with a commitment to innovation and customer excellence. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.



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