Head Procurement Site Services -

Role Overview :

Planning, organizing, and managing strategic sourcing projects such as Maintenance and Repair Optimization, Asset Lifecycle Management for Production and Laboratory Equipment, and other initiatives within Services & Capex. Ensuring category plans are fit for purpose, implementation is timely, and escalations are managed in coordination with broader teams.

Developing business partnerships to co-create strategic multiyear plans, goal setting, and target alignment to enhance supplier collaborations and achieve business objectives for TechOps sites. Coordinating procurement activities with the TechOps Site team to prioritize and ensure strategy implementation.

Demand management, balancing business needs with quality and cost objectives aligned with Sandoz strategy. Working with stakeholders to identify cost-effective solutions and building strong relationships to serve as the primary partner for procurement, suppliers, and market questions. Understanding stakeholder needs, challenges, and objectives, demonstrating political astuteness across business networks.

Leading a global team of procurement professionals in site services.

Key Performance Indicators :

Overall cost efficiencies (cost savings and efficiencies)

Process efficiencies and compliance with procurement policies

Qualifications :

University or advanced degree; Master’s preferred in Economics, Finance, or related fields

Excellent English communication skills; additional languages desirable

10+ years of relevant experience in procurement or related industries such as pharmaceutical, FMCG, energy, or automotive, focusing on site / category management or supplier management

Desired Skills :

Business acumen and analytical thinking

Strong collaboration, negotiation, coaching, and leadership skills

Project management experience

Why Sandoz?

Sandoz is a leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, impacting nearly 500 million patients annually. We invest in new capabilities, production sites, acquisitions, and partnerships to shape the future of affordable, high-quality medicines. Join us to help more patients access essential medicines sustainably.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

Sandoz is dedicated to creating an inclusive, diverse workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

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