Senior Procurement Excellence Manager

7 days ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Lonza Full time
Procurement Excellence Manager Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Procurement Excellence Manager to join our team at Lonza, a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents.

Job Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing and standardizing procurement processes (P2P) to achieve efficiency, consistency, and cost savings. This role plays a key part in strengthening our procurement function and supporting broader strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Harmonize P2P procedures/processes used across sites in alignment with the GPO S2P, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
  2. Document and maintain level 5 P2P processes (work instructions) in accordance with GPO guidance.
  3. Ensure users are adequately trained to perform processes in our systems.
  4. Drive and implement continuous improvement work packages.
  5. Develop and execute Procurement Data Strategy to enhance all activities related to Procurement master data management.
  6. Maintain process consistency globally while driving continuous improvements in the S2P area.
Requirements:
  1. Bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems or Business Administration.
  2. Minimum 3 years of work experience in P2P, AP, Shared Service Environment.
  3. Hands-on experience in harmonizing processes and documenting them.
  4. Strong technical knowledge of Ariba and SAP ERP.
  5. Experience in managing process compliance and continuous improvements.

What We Offer:

In exchange for your skills and dedication, we offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on your qualifications and experience.

About Us:

Lonza is a company that prioritizes ethical business practices and respects the environment. We strive to make a meaningful difference in people's lives through our innovative products and services.



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