Senior Director, External Manufacturing Procurement

AstraZeneca

Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on industry standards).
Procurement strategy development
Supplier relationship management
Risk and contingency planning
AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Director for External Manufacturing Procurement to lead its procurement strategy for outsourced contract manufacturing organizations. The role involves managing teams, building supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving operational excellence across global sites

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director will lead AstraZeneca’s procurement strategy for outsourced contract manufacturing organizations.
  • This role is accountable for driving commercial excellence and reliable supply across multiple sites and countries.
  • Join a company dedicated to improving patient outcomes worldwide through science and innovation.

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AstraZeneca is seeking a Senior Director for External Manufacturing Procurement to lead its procurement strategy for outsourced contract manufacturing organizations. The role involves managing teams, building supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving operational excellence across global sites.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Procurement strategy development
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Risk and contingency planning

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and coaching skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Change management experience

Key Requirements

  • 10-15 years of industry experience
  • Extensive leadership experience in external manufacturing
  • Degree-level qualification

Work Rights

Not specified

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