Associate Director, Site Services Procurement

Merck & Co., Inc.

Boxmeer, Netherlands
Competitive salary; 3% year-end allowance + annual...
Hybrid
10+ years procurement experience
Mro category management expertise
Energy utilities strategic sourcing
This role leads the global MRO category with over USD 100M annual spend across 30+ manufacturing sites while executing energy strategies for the Animal Health network

Job Summary

  • This role leads the global MRO category with over USD 100M annual spend across 30+ manufacturing sites while executing energy strategies for the Animal Health network.
  • The position requires deep expertise in managing spare parts, maintenance services, and energy contracts to ensure supply continuity, compliance, and cost effectiveness.
  • Candidates will benefit from a competitive total rewards package including a year-end allowance, annual bonus, 35.5 days of paid leave, and extensive career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

This role leads the global MRO category with over USD 100M annual spend across 30+ manufacturing sites while executing energy strategies for the Animal Health network.

Salary

Competitive salary; 3% year-end allowance and annual bonus; Minimum 35.5 days paid leave plus pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years procurement experience
  • MRO category management expertise
  • Energy utilities strategic sourcing
  • Global cross-functional leadership
  • Supplier relationship management frameworks
  • Competitive sourcing event execution
  • Ariba system proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Sustainability initiative drive
  • Supplier diversity program support
  • Data analytics driven decision making
  • Matrix organization influence skills
  • Project management discipline
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • International travel flexibility

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business
  • Minimum 10 years relevant experience
  • At least 5 years category management experience
  • Practical experience in Energy & Utilities procurement
  • Strong project management experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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