Job purpose
The GDC SLM Senior Procurement Manager as part of GDC SLM Team will be responsible for the delivery of the critical supplier lifecycle
management service for multiple categories such as Marketing or Professional Services and more. This role will collaborate with the
procurement categories to manage suppliers performance and provide commercial opportunity management.
Roles and responsibilities
10-15 years of relevant procurement experience
in an operational /strategic role in supplier or
vendor management in proc operation centre,
proc shared service centre, captive centre or
capability centre; working with team members
across all levels of an organisation.
This role should have strong demonstrated
procurement expertise in commercial and contract
negotiations, strategic sourcing, cost models
synthesis and supplier relationship management
for delivering multi-country, high spend complex
engagements.
Demonstrated experience in navigating through
organizational complexity, collaborating
simultaneously with multiple teams, influencing
without authority, handling escalations and
associated business impact.
Demonstrated experience in understanding and
utilising complex business processes in all GSK
supplier transactions, including all
risk/regulatory/compliance
Strong experience in using tools like Ariba SLM
Core Procurement background is required across key Procurement Capabilities including but not limited to negotiation skills, contracting skills, and strategic sourcing. In addition, strategy implementation capabilities will be required in performing this role. As an example, the ability to implement centralized global strategies or adapt global strategies for specific local need.
Education
MBA or eq. CIPS or international equivalent Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement
Inclusion & Diversity at GSK:
At GSK, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives innovation and growth, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. We strive to create an atmosphere where all individual’s unique perspectives and experiences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to their sex or gender, caste, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, physical and/or mental disability, or any other protected characteristic as per applicable law.
As an employer committed to Diversity and Inclusion, we encourage you to reach out if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.
Please contact our Recruitment Team at IN.recruitment-adjustments@gsk.com to discuss your needs.
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