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We are currently looking to recruit a Global Indirect Sourcing Specialist to join our award-winning business, in Switzerland.

The Global Indirect Sourcing Specialist is responsible for setting the strategy for the procurement of supplies and services needed to support Neogen’s global manufacturing and operation. This  position provides recommendations and guidance to various departments and regions for the Indirect strategic goals. This position requires strong communication skills  build  a network both internally and externally to support the global operations. 

Neogen is a top performing NASDAQ listed business employing around 2,800 people worldwide. Neogen specialises in solutions for animal and food safety offering a diverse range of products and services for the agriculture, food, and beverage industries.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: 

• Prepares bid requests, contract proposals, and other documents needed to initiate and support a procurement process. 
• Negotiate and execute agreements to secure a competitive market position for Neogen. 
• Locate and work with appropriate departments to qualify new suppliers. 
• Identify key indirect products and services for the company and will work to secure secondary/tertiary suppliers as needed for these items. 
• Identify opportunities for standardizing products and services across the organization to streamline the indirect procurement process and reduce variability in purchases.  
• Develop and execute strategies to leverage volume discounts, optimize costs, and enhance supplier relationships. 
• Onboard New Suppliers to ensure all needed forms/documentation has been completed. 
• Work with Quality and Regulatory departments to resolve any identified issues/risks with a supplier.  
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and market trends. 
• Lead and initiate tenders, evaluate and recommend suppliers based on cost, quality, service, and reliability criteria. 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure continuous improvement and innovation.  
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contract terms, addressing any issues or discrepancies.  
• Analyze spend data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. 
• Additional projects as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in sourcing/purchasing organization at global level.
• Academic degree in economics, engineering, or similar field of studies is preferable.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA MM Module 
• Experience with Microsoft 365 especially excel  
• Experience across indirect commodities in Pharma/Life Science, Automotive or Aerospace is an advantage. 
• Experience in leading negotiations, contracting, and managing medium to large value procurement projects. 
• Experience in modern eProcurement platform solutions beneficial. 
• Strong negotiation and communication skills. 
• Willingness to travel.
• Language Skills: Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Must have the ability to effectively communicate to colleagues and management of all levels as applicable, including reading and interpretting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.   

 Please press Apply now in order to submit your application.

A Mission That Matters

Neogen is dedicated to the advancement of human and animal wellbeing through science and technology so we can fuel a brighter future for global food security.

Our culture is comprised of our Purpose and Promise, our Principles and our Values – which guide our everyday decision making. Dreaming big while Inspiring and Innovating, doing the right thing while Acting with Integrity, being solution driven while Delivering On Our Promises, celebrating the talent each person brings while Fostering Optimism and valuing diversity while Cultivating Belonging. It’s our actions aligning with these values that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing organisation. If this role has caught your attention and you feel it might be good fit for you then please don't hesitate to apply.

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From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.