Global Indirect Procurement Manager

Job Description

Purpose:

The primary function of Procurement is to economically and efficiently purchase goods and services commensurate with AbbVie policies and objectives, whilst adhering to strict standards of business ethics and integrity.

This role will report to the Associate Director of Procurement with engagement of not only Senior Marketing Stakeholders located in US in the IMCO Pharma organization and cross-functional teams but also Senior Business Managers to deliver value and cost-optimization opportunities, capturing cost-savings/reductions and improving financial and operational performance of all service providers across a fast paced, international business.

Key Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):

Proactively analyses and seeks value/saving opportunities across spend category: Marketing Services (Advertising/Creative, PR, Media, Digital, Market Research, Meetings & Events, etc) Professional Services (HR, Legal, Consultancy, Facilities, Office Supplies, Travel, etc)

Co-create Global Category strategies with the US/OUS Category Management Teams and implement the strategy to the benefit of the IMCO Pharma business

Applies strategic sourcing practices and manages supplier negotiations to ensure that full benefits (P&L and efficiencies) are realized and sustained

Development and maintenance of key relationships with internal stakeholders at all seniority levels operating in a 'business partner' manner to drive procurement engagement across all areas of the IMCO Pharma business. It is key to demonstrate value creation and cost saving opportunities without compromising on quality.

Development and maintenance of external supplier relationships with key supplier personnel focused on working with AbbVie to build a mutually beneficial supplier relationship.

Partners with key internal stakeholders to formulate and drive innovation

Responsible for developing, compiling, managing all required RFI, RFQ and RFP and help manage cross functional stakeholders through the procurement process in alignment with the agreed sourcing strategy. Once sourced, negotiation, contracting and competitive bidding is conducted in accordance with the AbbVie Purchasing Policy

Develop and maintain a supply base that ensures the best value for service, quality, business understanding, pricing and innovation.

Ensure that Preferred Supplier Networks (PSN's) are established and aligned with Global Category strategies

Manage the key preferred suppliers to drive value to the IMCO Pharma business

Support and develop sustainability and diversity initiatives

Demonstrate knowledge of Internal and External guidelines and regulations (e.g. FDA, Customs, PhRMA for US and International regulations where appropriate) to ensure compliance

Effectively develop and negotiate Master Services Agreements, Statement of Works and other agreements in conjunction with legal, compliance teams, the business and finance.

Ability to identify and solve complex contractual, process, operational business challenges, and know when to seek assistance