Senior Procurement Specialist (Indirect Procurement)– Business Carve-outs & Divestments (m/f/d)

Key Responsibilities

• Carve-out Management: Lead and support procurement activities related to business carve-outs and divestments, including due diligence, planning, and execution.
• Vendor & Contract Management: Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Strategic Sourcing: Identify and evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability to drive value and efficiency.
• Cost Optimization: Analyze spend, identify savings opportunities, and implement improvement strategies.
• Risk Mitigation: Monitor supplier, contractual, and compliance risks, ensuring business continuity and alignment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departments such as IT, Finance, Legal, and Quality to support organizational goals.
• Reporting & Analytics: Develop KPIs, track performance, and provide actionable procurement insights.
• Policy Development: Support the creation and implementation of procurement standards and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s or certifications such as CIPS/CPSM preferred).
• Experience: 7–10 years in indirect procurement with 3–5 years focused on carve-outs or divestments.
• Skills: Strong negotiation and contract management expertise.
• Experience in procurement within a CDMO or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic setting.
• Technical Proficiency: MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), ERP/procurement systems.