Specialist - Procurement Excellence

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Driving Lean projects would require collecting and analysing data to identify areas for streamlining procurement workflows, having the right RACIs and updating them & measuring efficiency across processes.
• Collaborate with Procurement Category Strategy teams and Procurement Operations Team, Lean COE and CFT stakeholders to implement changes to procurement workflows and processes and ensure smooth adoption.
• Estimate and report process improvements in KPIs related to process optimization.
• Review and identify gaps in existing processes and implement strategies for continuous improvement.

Excellence Culture Building:

• Partner with CFT teams to develop As – Is documentation of processes, create To – Be processes for the redesigned and simplified process & then create BRD (Business Requirement Document) for implementation by Digital Process Excellence Team members
• Implement training modules for effective change management of redesigned processes
• Communicate process updates and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions within and beyond Procurement teams at periodic intervals.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance on best procurement processes and practices.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within Procurement team, focusing on analytical thinking and innovation to enhance procurement processes efficiency.

Policy Review & Development:

• Design and refine procurement policies and procedures to align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Work closely with Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams to gather input and feedback to ensure policies remain effective and relevant.
• Maintain documentation and cascade updates for all procurement policies to ensure adoption / smooth transition.
• Conducting regular audits to assess adherence to policies, tracking audit findings and corrective actions to ensure 100% adherence.
• Track and report metrics related to the number of policies reviewed, optimized, and implemented.

Compliance & Governance:

• Collaborate with Procurement Tier 1 teams to drive and program manage the implementation of ProcureNext initiatives and all Lean Projects

• Pharma or Engineering Graduate preferably with MBA (Supply Chain/Operations) and 5-8 years of relevant experience in pharma industry
• Certifications: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, SAP MM module
• Min. 5 years of experience in Lean Process reengineering initiatives and projects, preferably in Procurement
• Proficiency in driving operational excellence through VSM, VA/NVA analysis & ECRS methodologies to optimize processes and enhance efficiency
• Good understanding of Supply Chain & planning operations, Procurement policies & processes and compliance requirements
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools, such as Ariba, SAP MM module
• Knowledge of Operations in pharmaceutical industry, specifically in Generics

About the Department

Global Manufacturing Organisation (GMO)