Senior Procurement Associate

Senior Procurement Associate

This role is onsite (5 days onsite) in Arizona. Candidates applying must be residing within a 50 mile commutable radius of the location.

Who We Are :

At West, we're a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West's indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There's no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

• The Senior Procurement Associate serves as a strategic partner to the Site's Operations Management Team, focusing on key risk mitigation and procurement initiatives to create total cost value.
• This role involves leading site-specific supplier negotiations, supplier development, and project management facilitation for supplier-related projects.
• The position requires liaising between the site and global strategic sourcing, promoting supplier improvements and cost efficiencies, and supporting site goals linked to global strategic sourcing objectives.
• This position will be reporting to the Senior Site Procurement Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or related equivalent work experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, or related field.

Work Experience

5 years related business experience required or master's degree with 4+ years of experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

MBA and Six Sigma Green Belt preferred. Medical device manufacturing experience preferred. Certification from the Institute of Supply Management or related preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, MS Project, and systems like SAP, Spend Analyzer, and Agile. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex business situations and resolve intricate supply chain issues. Excellent organizational skills enabling effective task prioritization and delegation with minimal supervision. Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence, motivate, and mentor colleagues. Strong decision-making skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated expertise in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, inventory management, and contract management. Familiarity with and adherence to company procurement, safety, quality, and standard operating procedures. Self-driven with the capability to motivate and mentor others, ensuring effective collaboration and task execution. Strong attention to detail paired with excellent time management and versatility in handling multiple tasks. Comprehensive understanding of business operations and the ability to ensure effective decision-making in a procurement context.

Travel Requirements

10% : Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs / 4kgs of force occasionally, and / or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.