ROLE SUMMARY
The Procurement Business Engagement Director (PGS Sanford & Rocky Mount) role is responsible for overseeing T3 stakeholder management & supplier performance management. They are responsible for supporting Sanford and Rocky Mount stakeholders by engaging in key internal / external stakeholder discussions and / or routing requests to S&ES team members, and for managing supplier performance process & supplier development programs to maximize value for Pfizer stakeholders. Additionally, they will provide dotted line resources to Pearl River for stakeholder engagement at that PGS Site.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Tier 3 Stakeholder Management
- Oversee and ensure that voice of the customer and supplier requirements are captured in the category strategy development process
- Lead key internal / external stakeholder discussions at the PGS sites to identify and address issues that may arise
- Serve as active member on Sanford & Rocky Mount Site Leadership teams an integrated member into the PGS IMEX Operating System and LTs.
- Work with key stakeholders to develop and implement sourcing strategies that support business objectives and deliver value
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including business leaders and cross-functional teams, to understand business requirements and develop sourcing strategies that align with company goals and objectives
- Lead the discussions on core processes needed to coordinate across local teams and stakeholders
- Manage stakeholder spend of over $100M for all direct material categories. Serve as POC for over $340M of indirect spend as well as capital spend as appropriate.
Operational Excellence
- Set objectives for identifying initiatives that optimize costs through site sourcing, identify and evaluate site suppliers, negotiate favorable pricing, and track cost savings achieved
- Develop strategy for identifying areas of process improvement and implement these initiatives to achieve cost savings, increased productivity, and enhanced supplier performance
- Ensure clear understanding of business priorities is communicated with key Category and Services teams
- Responsible for overseeing regular internal SRM reporting
- Oversee and manage TPRM Process Execution
Supplier Performance Management
- Oversee and manage issues / corrective actions with suppliers to maximize value for Pfizer stakeholder
- Build strong relationships with key suppliers and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee regular supplier operational interactions and metrics discussions, identify areas for improvement, supplier change and supplier process change approval time
- Drive supplier innovation by providing inputs on new products, technologies and processes that can deliver exceptional value to Pfizer
- Monitor supplier SLA compliance and oversee supplier action plans as needed
People Management & Development, where applicable
- Manage and lead a team 8 resources across 2 locations
- Lead, manage, develop, and coach direct reports focused on global spend categories and in-market sourcing support with suppliers of goods and / or services to major internal stakeholders / functions, and create a team environment that drives high colleague engagement
- Support Pfizer's Diversity and Inclusion objectives, as applicable
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management, Chemical or Packaging Engineering or other related discipline
- Demonstrated competency in managing cross-functional projects
- Strong skills in business operations, client engagement and customer relationship management
- Leadership qualities and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and insights from data for continuous improvement
- Ability to drive cost savings and process improvements through supplier consolidation, optimization, and innovation
- Familiarity with supplier landscape
- Ability to engage with senior executives to influence decisions
- Comfort with ambiguity & ability to identify innovative sourcing strategies
- Strong financial acumen (ex. scenario planning and forecasting)
- Effective project management & communications skills
- Business English required
Experience
- Typical Years of Experience: 10+ years of experience in sourcing & procurement (9+ yrs for MBA/MS)
- Experience representing the “voice of the supplier”
- Experience in developing and implementing supplier relationship management strategies
- Experience of developing criteria for regular supplier performance evaluations
- Track record of building partnerships and connections with business leaders
- Experience performing brand management
- Experience managing cross-functional teams
Knowledge
- Well-versed with the business & S2P strategic priorities (category, service, and other initiatives)
- Understanding of S2P value proposition
- Strong communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to drive coordination between suppliers, Business / Function, & stakeholders
- Knowledge of procurement best practices & supplier evaluation methodologies
- Familiarity with supplier landscape (by category as relevant)
- Strong knowledge of communication platforms
- Familiarity with procurement software and technology tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA or Master’s degree in strategy, management, or related field is a plus
- Similar procurement/Sourcing experience with similar Blue-chip organization
- Certifications preferred: CPSM, CPM, PMP, MCIPS
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
Relocation support available
Work Location Assignment: Flexible
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $161,600.00 to $269,400.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 20.0% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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