Senior Manager-regional Procurement

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp

Pune, Maharashtra, India
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5-7+ years indirect procurement experience
Supplier management in multi-national matrix
Negotiation and rfp/rfq execution
** Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Senior Manager for regional procurement to oversee indirect and technology solution direct procurement across multiple sites in Asia, Pacific, and Southern Africa. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation, and supplier management skills to align procurement strategies with stakeholder needs while delivering cost savings and fostering supplier relationships. **

Job Summary

  • The role provides leadership for indirect and technology solution direct procurement across the Asia, Pacific, and Southern Africa region.
  • Candidates must manage a portfolio of suppliers while ensuring compliance with global category management guidance and local requirements.
  • The position requires implementing regional sourcing strategies that deliver ongoing savings and meet stakeholder business needs.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp is seeking a Senior Manager for regional procurement to oversee indirect and technology solution direct procurement across multiple sites in Asia, Pacific, and Southern Africa. The role requires strong leadership, negotiation, and supplier management skills to align procurement strategies with stakeholder needs while delivering cost savings and fostering supplier relationships. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5-7+ years indirect procurement experience
  • Supplier management in multi-national matrix
  • Negotiation and RFP/RFQ execution
  • Cost reduction and profit plan improvements
  • Stakeholder relationship management across APSA

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Animal Health technology solutions
  • Knowledge of clinical supply chain processes
  • Ability to drive change management initiatives
  • Fostering innovation with key suppliers
  • Diversity supplier program implementation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field
  • 5-7+ years in Indirect Procurement or Supplier Management
  • Solid understanding of contract law and legal operations
  • No visa sponsorship available

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