Sourcing Specialist, Animal Health Technology Solutions

Merck • Worthington, MN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way. Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.
The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and negotiating the supply of various materials and services, with a primary focus on direct materials such as packaging, tooling, equipment, and associated spare parts and installation services. The successful candidate is responsible for the execution of global category sourcing strategy for used by Animal Health Manufacturing Technology Solutions manufacturing sites, with a primary focus on those sites located in North America. This position works with other global category lead(s) and colleagues across APSA and EURAM manufacturing sites to understand key priorities, support negotiations, manage vendors, and achieve critical key performance indicators (KPIs) for the procurement business. The ability to work well in a matrix environment, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively with leadership are critical success factors.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Business, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, Materials Science and/or Engineering, AND two (2)+ years relevant professional experiences, OR Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, Materials Science and/or Engineering, AND one (1)+ years relevant professional experiences
• Requires experience or commensurate education in business analytics, pharmaceutical, technology, or consumer industry with a strong background and knowledge of business analytics tools
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or effectiveness executing RFP/RFI/RFQ
• Experience with negotiation and vendor or customer relationship management
• In addition to fluency in the language of the local market, strong English language communication skills, both verbally and written are required

Nice To Haves

• Must be adaptable in dealing with ambiguous and complex environments.
• Able to effectively lead work within diverse cross functional teams to achieve client, Division, and Company goals.
• Proficiency in Excel and all MS office tools– i.e. Pivot tables
• Enforce compliance with all Global Procurement policies and procedures by using a data driven business case approach
• Experience with SAP ATLAS including material management and master data maintenance
• Experience with SAP ARIBA including supplier management, projects and savings, and contract workspaces

Responsibilities

• Supplier and Supply Market Analysis - to conduct a detailed supplier and supply market analysis looking at facts and data analysis with the objective of providing deep and meaningful insight to Sourcing Management teams.
• Cost Modeling – support the execution of detailed cost models/purchase price analysis of goods and services that are supplied to our company; this may include stakeholders and supplier visits to support the creation of the complete understanding of the cost structure.
• Negotiation Planning and Execution- support the creation of detailed pre-negotiation plans with the Sourcing Teams. Support negotiation sessions with suppliers and post negotiation debriefs and follow through plans.
• Sourcing – support the execution of RFIs and RFPs together with subsequent structured information analysis.
• Risk Management– Execute required supplier compliance assessments and risk management tools, including development and implementation of strategies to ensure compliant supply and third party management
• Order management– Partner with the business to understand demand for goods and services and proactively communicate to third party suppliers to ensure timely deliver; review and approve requisitions from business owners to ensure alignment with category strategies
• Contract Management- support the preparation, negotiation and implementation of appropriate forms of contract and commitment with suppliers.
• Supplier Performance Management – support the report out and control of agreed supplier metrics.
• Stakeholder Management - Establish and maintain stakeholder relationship within GSM, Commercial Cperations, and Manufacturing. Understand Stakeholder needs and priorities.
• Sharing of Learning - As a Specialist, the incumbent will be expected to generate quality work and share and transfer this to colleagues throughout procurement and relevant shareholder’s
• Will coordinate with the team support to evolve within the role to work independently and display the following skills: Acts Rapid and Disciplined decisions, Acts with courage and candor, Drives results, Escalation of issues and concerns to management, as appropriate, Ability to prioritize, align and simplify

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
• retirement benefits, including 401(k)
• paid holidays
• vacation
• compassionate and sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees