Equipment & Automation Procurement Manager

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA

Base: $96,200.00 - $151,400.00; bonus/equity: annu...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Strategic sourcing
Category management
Supplier performance management
Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist for Equipment & Automation Procurement to lead sourcing activities for their Global Capital Procurement team. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and at least three years of experience in strategic sourcing, particularly in capital investment projects

Job Summary

  • Lead sourcing for Equipment & Automation categories globally, ensuring alignment with business objectives and developing category strategies that deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and drive innovation.
  • Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements, facilitate meetings, and build strong relationships with key suppliers and internal partners across regions.
  • The salary range for this role is $96,200.00 - $151,400.00, with eligibility for annual bonus and long-term incentive, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Matching Summary

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Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist for Equipment & Automation Procurement to lead sourcing activities for their Global Capital Procurement team. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and at least three years of experience in strategic sourcing, particularly in capital investment projects.

Salary

Base: $96,200.00 - $151,400.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits, retirement benefits, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Category Management
  • Supplier Performance Management
  • Negotiation and Contract Management
  • Cost and Working Capital Optimization
  • SAP-Ariba and advanced Excel proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and Influence
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Change Management
  • Supplier Innovation
  • Risk Management

Key Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years in strategic sourcing
  • Minimum of 3 years in contract negotiation
  • Minimum of 3 years in risk mitigation
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Proficiency in SAP-Ariba
  • Advanced Excel skills

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