Sr. Associate, Pharm Sci Strategy and Business Excellence

Pfizer • St Louis, MO

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Use Your Power for Purpose Embark on a career with us and be at the forefront of groundbreaking discoveries that transform patients' lives. No matter your role, you'll contribute to delivering life-changing therapies worldwide. Together, we'll uncover the extraordinary possibilities that lie ahead, driving the industry forward and making a positive difference in the world. ROLE SUMMARY: This position is a member of the Pharm Sci Strategy and Business Excellence (PSBE) team within Pharmaceutical Sciences, responsible for supporting business operations with a primary focus on procure to pay (P2P) processes. This role will help drive efficiencies across a wide range of sourcing activities and will liaise with Procurement, Finance, Source to Pay, and the Pharm Sci colleagues to ensure a consistent methodology for generating purchase orders and tracking spend. How You Will Achieve It: Generate requisitions and manage non-capital purchase orders across all lines within Pharm Sci including managing associated documents and reviewing for completeness, raising POs, requesting approvals, and resolving discrepancies. Interface with Pharm Sci colleagues, Procurement, Finance, and vendors to ensure seamless procure to pay processes. Manage documents associated with POs such as quotes or Statement of Work (SOW) and ensure proper signature is obtained and documents are attached to the purchase requisition. Assist with setting up new vendors and maintaining existing ones in Ariba. Extend end dates and/or close purchase orders as needed. Review Invoices and communicate back to vendors any discrepancies. Work with vendor, business contacts, Finance, and Procurement to resolve issues. Support operational reporting by gathering monthly metrics related to PO approved/spent/saved, discrepancies, contractor cost and other as needed. Monitor PO spend, identify when there is significant under or overspend, and communicate to business owners. Assist with contractor on/off-boarding as needed. Create and maintain P2P training materials and monitor internal system and process changes for updates. Communicate any significant changes to the PSBE leadership and the Pharm Sci External Sourcing team. Work with other P2P professionals within Pharm Sci to share best practices, provide back-up coverage, and devise communications as needed. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and participate on projects that enhance P2P systems and processes. Support and / or lead PSBE initiatives, as well as represent PSBE on limited duration teams. Support other general operational tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a similar function, preferably in finance or procurement related role.
• Experience managing a budget is a plus.
• Microsoft Office and Excel skills- Pivot tables, and similar tools.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organization skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/requests simultaneously under time constraints across global time zones and meet deadlines in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• Strong listening, written and verbal communication and negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to effectively manage customer relationships.
• Experience with Ariba Spend Management, Kofax, Procure to Pay ticketing system, or other related procurement tools is preferred.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance efficiency.
• Data Analysis skills is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generate requisitions and manage non-capital purchase orders across all lines within Pharm Sci including managing associated documents and reviewing for completeness, raising POs, requesting approvals, and resolving discrepancies.
• Interface with Pharm Sci colleagues, Procurement, Finance, and vendors to ensure seamless procure to pay processes.
• Manage documents associated with POs such as quotes or Statement of Work (SOW) and ensure proper signature is obtained and documents are attached to the purchase requisition.
• Assist with setting up new vendors and maintaining existing ones in Ariba.
• Extend end dates and/or close purchase orders as needed.
• Review Invoices and communicate back to vendors any discrepancies.
• Work with vendor, business contacts, Finance, and Procurement to resolve issues.
• Support operational reporting by gathering monthly metrics related to PO approved/spent/saved, discrepancies, contractor cost and other as needed.
• Monitor PO spend, identify when there is significant under or overspend, and communicate to business owners.
• Assist with contractor on/off-boarding as needed.
• Create and maintain P2P training materials and monitor internal system and process changes for updates.
• Communicate any significant changes to the PSBE leadership and the Pharm Sci External Sourcing team.
• Work with other P2P professionals within Pharm Sci to share best practices, provide back-up coverage, and devise communications as needed.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and participate on projects that enhance P2P systems and processes.
• Support and / or lead PSBE initiatives, as well as represent PSBE on limited duration teams.
• Support other general operational tasks as needed.

Benefits

• In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary.
• We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments.
• Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level