What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Lead position at Meet Life Sciences?
Job Summary:
The Procurement Lead will drive key relationships with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Legal, Finance, IT) and external suppliers. This role is responsible for managing sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and process improvements to deliver value. The ideal candidate will have global procurement experience, a deep understanding of sourcing platforms, and strong project management and leadership skills.
Responsibilities:
- Build and manage strategic relationships with stakeholders across Marketing, Sales, Legal, Finance, IT, and suppliers to foster collaboration and open communication.
- Identify opportunities for demand management, cost leverage, and low-cost country (LCC) strategies while contributing to the Strategic Sourcing team’s value proposition.
- Develop and implement frameworks for Post Contract and Supplier Relationship Management, ensuring continuous improvement and supplier performance.
- Drive sourcing strategies and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and innovation.
- Leverage knowledge of market trends and competitors to formulate mid- and long-term sourcing plans.
- Support diversity initiatives and expand spend with diverse suppliers.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, FCPA, and local regulations, and provide guidance on governance and spend transparency.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Finance, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 8 years of global procurement experience, particularly in marketing and sales categories.
- Advanced knowledge of procurement processes and strategic sourcing.
