Site Procurement Lead at Zoetis

This role reports to the Global Diagnostics & BioDevices Category Platform Leader and will lead all procurement activities for Raw-Materials & Packaging for the Diagnostics & BioDevices site at Union City, California to ensure uninterrupted supply of quality materials and services in the most cost-effective manner. In addition to the site procurement responsibilities this role will contribute to developing & executing strategic plans for the Diagnostic platform.

Primary accountabilities are:

• Acts as part of the Site Leadership team and drives Site initiatives to reduce the costs of purchased goods and services.
• Generating and updating a cost reduction plan and budget for the site by working closely with Site Management and other Category Managers
• Ensuring the execution of planned and opportunistic cost reduction initiatives to deliver and exceed budget.
• Ensuring that suppliers provide products and services to the timing and quality standards required
• Contract creation and governance; supplier relationship lifecycle management
• Developing and Executing strategic plans for Sub Categories within the overall Global spend
• Key measures will include all aspects of cost: savings achievement, impact upon budget, material availability and supplier relationship and performance management.
• Ensures that all Procurement activities are carried out in an ethical manner and in conformance with all Zoetis policies.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cost improvement

• Own and be accountable for site budget for direct materials, defining and providing standard costs and Purchase Price Variance delivery
• Work closely with other Managers within the platform to provide input into category strategies and roll out central agreements which have a beneficial impact on Site costs (Raw-Materials & Packaging)
• Define and execute sustainable and continuous cost reduction (CIP) projects for the Site, working closely with Site Management and other procurement Managers
• Prioritize and deliver improvements in Direct Materials cost reduction
• Responsible for all aspects of Costs including continuity of supply and risk

Supply

• Monitor supplier performance and ensure that acute and chronic supplier performance issues are addressed to avoid disruption to manufacturing or supply
• Support resolution of major quality issues arising with a supplier on the delivery of their goods, or related to unacceptable findings resulting from a quality audit
• Drive the implementation of effective metrics for Supplier measurement and management
• Ensure that new suppliers are qualified in compliance with internal Change Control procedures and systems
• Observe and ensure the compliance to GSS policies and procedures
• Assure purchasing activities comply with site and government policies. Develop and sustain compliance standards that impact GMP.
• Assure the appropriate level of interactions and communications with key site stakeholders (Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering/Technology, Finance, etc.)
• Establish appropriate tools (scorecards, etc.) for communication, monitoring progress of implementation and ongoing compliance
• Updates and maintains pricing through management of Purchase Information records (PIRs)
• Updates and maintains supplier information in corporate change management system in accordance with regulatory standards
• Interpret, oversee and assure the implementation of corporate global policies, site and business specific guidelines and manufacturing SOPs within the site Procurement function
• Participate in supplier quality audits as required. Work with internal key stakeholders (Engineering, Finance, Business Development, Operations, etc.) to develop aligned strategic supply plans while mitigating any risks

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Directly reports to the Platform Procurement Leader.
• Mentor procurement professionals within the organization
• Strong working relationship with the Site leader, Leadership team at Union City, Procurement Managers, Orderers, Finance, Quality, EHS, GTS and all functions that affect the supply base.

RESOURCES MANAGED:

Supply Base & Financial Accountability

• Accountable for delivering cost reduction initiatives for site spend of $40 million
• Overall accountability for ensuring supply and the service performance of the site's suppliers
• Works closely with Site Management teams and Managers to generate cost improvement plans for the annual budget and to rectify any budget shortfall.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS with at least 5 to 7 years of experience within procurement, supply chain or other relevant field
• Nationally recognized professional certification preferred (e.g. Certified Purchasing Manager)
• A good understanding of the Manufacturing environment / experience of working closely within Manufacturing sites
• An understanding of GMP and the Quality standards required in a Diagnostics & BioDevices/Pharmaceuticals business
• Diagnostics/ Medical Device experience - Experience in diagnostics or medical devices procurement/manufacturing
• Technical knowledge and expertise preferred - injection molding, chemistry, diagnostics, etc
• Experience of SAP or alternative relevant ERP system strongly preferred
• First hand working knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology required
• Negotiations - At least 5 years' experience of negotiating with suppliers
• Contract management - Experience of managing supplier performance and compliance with contracts
• Contract execution - Experience of developing beneficial and robust contracts with suppliers
• Experience of delivering projects by influencing and motivating peers.
• Stakeholder management - Team player which communicates effectively with stakeholders to ensure continuity of supply at the correct quality and OTIF levels

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Self-motivated with a positive can-do attitude
• Relevant procurement experience i.e. experience of supplier management and achieving measurable benefits.
• Some project management skills and results oriented. Ability to get things done by working with/through others
• Strong interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Numerate, used to working in Excel, with an analytical skillset capable of both identifying and quantifying cost savings
• SAP and/or Ariba Procurement system experience
• Able to communicate and English Oral/Written

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional Travel to suppliers, industry events and other sites
• Role is onsite based in Union City, California

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $96,000 - $148,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

This position is also eligible for short-term incentive compensation. This position is also eligible for long-term incentives.

In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.

Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more.

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

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