Senior Director, External Manufacturing Procurement

AstraZeneca

Gothenburg, Sweden
Not specified
Extensive leadership experience in external manufacturing
Proven track record in category strategies
Strong cost modelling and financial acumen
AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Director for External Manufacturing Procurement to lead their procurement strategy for outsourced contract manufacturing organizations. The role, based in either Gothenburg or Södertälje, involves overseeing a team, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulations while driving operational excellence

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director will lead AstraZeneca's procurement strategy for outsourced contract manufacturing organizations.
  • This role is accountable for performance across multiple sites and countries, ensuring reliable supply and compliance with regulations.
  • You will shape external manufacturing strategies and forge strategic supplier partnerships that enable efficient supply.

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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Director for External Manufacturing Procurement to lead their procurement strategy for outsourced contract manufacturing organizations. The role, based in either Gothenburg or Södertälje, involves overseeing a team, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulations while driving operational excellence.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Extensive leadership experience in external manufacturing
  • Proven track record in category strategies
  • Strong cost modelling and financial acumen

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong conceptual and analytical thinking

Key Requirements

  • 10-15 years of industry experience
  • Degree-level qualification
  • Significant management experience in Procurement

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