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This role includes global development and accountability for targets, timelines and resource plans, in alignment with global direct sourcing, External Supply Integration and E2E Manufacturing in support of CSL's 2030-2035 vision. Responsible for cross-functional executive stakeholder engagement, the position holder will lead a global team of ~3 Procurement professionals to ensure continued Supply Chain Reliability, Quality Improvements, Supplier Innovation and Strategy Execution.
This leader will have a significant influence on shaping strategies across the network and removing complexity from the manufacturing supply chain. Product Safety across CSL's business operations whilst mitigating risk and delivering year on year multi-million dollar value is expected.
This position will provide senior level executive level engagement with critical CMO partners, to CEO level, to assist in management of relationships whilst developing and inspiring their people to form a high performing team. This role will be crucial at providing a robust and comprehensive market assessment for how these external partners can drive innovation, speed, agility and cost improvements to enable CSL to efficiently scale to our 2035 aspirations.
Responsibilities:
Develop Plans aligned to CSL Global and Procurement Strategy
Develop and implement annual action plans for strategic vendors based on the Global Category Strategy and business needs to ensure clear objectives and action plans resulting in the reduction of the total cost of ownership and risk, while increasing innovation, customer service, compliance and quality.
Establish and Maintain Effective Category Management and Bid Management
Drive value from the global category(s) by defining and implementing effective category management strategies; establishing and managing Councils for business-critical commodities aligned with the evolving business requirements and are effectively leading key sourcing activities, including negotiations, that to deliver lower cost of ownership, lower risk, higher quality and better supply performance.
Lead negotiations with suppliers and provide advice and coaching to local sourcing roles as required.
Conduct business with integrity, in accordance with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and anti-bribery requirements and supports diversity and inclusion by promoting utilisation of small, disadvantaged and/or diverse suppliers.
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
Manage SRM processes with suppliers within the category as per supplier segmentation, including risk management strategies in accordance with global policies, to enhance relationships and innovations with critical suppliers with a focus on assurance of supply, quality, service, continuous improvement, and innovation while minimizing costs for CSL and develop processes to measure value above and beyond savings in line with CSL's values and Procurement strategy.
Implement Global procedures to ensure execution of sourcing activities in compliance with CSL Sourcing Policy, Code of Responsible Business Practices, and all other compliance standards.
Supply Performance Management, including management of Key Performance Indicators
Responsible for monitoring Supply Performance KPIs and conducting regular Operational Reviews as per Procurement's Governance processes with supporting analysis and reporting from the Centre of Excellence and ensuring any Category Management roles within the team also review and manage Supplier performance to meet agreed standards.
Leverage value from supplier relationships to create value beyond the contract
Implement risk mitigation strategies to protect the on-going interests of CSL and our reputation
Develop Talent
Lead, motivate and develop employees within the Procurement organisation including effective long-term talent development, succession planning and performance managing with a focus on supporting employees to meet or exceed performance expectations while demonstrating CSL Values.
Manage Key Internal and External Stakeholders and Partners Relationships
Build and maintain effective professional relationships with senior, internal stakeholders and senior external executives within large vendors to deliver upon Procurement's objectives by ongoing discussions and participation in formal teams and groups with senior leaders in CSL and external vendors to manage supplier performance, issues, procurement improvement initiatives and other broader business issues.
Drive Innovation
Lead and participate in global transformation projects and continuous improvement initiatives as required to ensure the delivery of targeted benefits.
Lead annual opportunity analysis forums with cross functional stakeholders and key supplier partners to replenish idea and initiative pipeline to continually generate value to the business and reduction of Cost of Goods Sold.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Procurement / Supply Chain Management preferred or related field
Post graduate business degree, MBA highly regarded
Minimum 7 years' experience in strategic sourcing, contract manufacturing or relevant experience
Preferable 2 years leadership experience of a global/regional team
Relevant graduate degree highly desirable
Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry or related industry preferred but not essential
Preferable 3-5 years demonstrable CDMO experience as it relates to pharma / bio industry
Establishing CDMO relationships and technical transfer agreements / support
Demonstrated success negotiating complex supply agreements
Competencies
Maintains an external and strategic focus for self and team
Ensures teams are set up for collaboration
Creates an accountable working environment
Instills personal flexibility in self and team
Ensures clarity around the strategy
Hires and coaches effectively
Additionally, this role requires other knowledge, skills and competencies including:
The position also requires the ability to build and maintain strong relationships and collaborate effectively with all levels and cross functionally within the organization.
Travel Requirements
Travel requirements will vary depending upon where the incumbent is based.
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About CSL Behring
CSL Behring is a global leader in developing and delivering high-quality medicines that treat people with rare and serious diseases. Our treatments offer promise for people in more than 100 countries living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. Learn more about CSL Behring.
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