BUYER

Job Requirements:
- at least 3+ years’ experience of Procurement and/or similar positions, preferably in the pharmaceutical production industry;
- at least University degree in Economics or Engineering or equivalent;
- fluent in oral and written English;
- IT systems: ERP (Preferably SAP), advanced Microsoft Excel and Outlook knowledge;
- valid driving license;
- excellent communication and interrelationship skills;
- very good knowledge of negotiation techniques;
- good knowledge of commodity management;
- energy and flexibility for a startup mindset;
- analytical mindset;

Specific responsibilities
- operational execution of purchasing activities for required materials in STADA Turda with focus on various suppliers and commodities;
- responsible for the daily operations related to purchasing transactions: purchase requisition (PR) management, purchase order (PO) placing in ERP (SAP, Ariba), reporting etc.;
- in charge of the timely and complete purchasing activities for materials for Turda Packaging Center;
is designated super user for internal ERPs implementation;
- ensures business requirements, ie regarding cost, quality, delivery and technology are met;
- uses analytics to support decision making process in purchasing different commodities;
- conducts market analysis, supplier selection, price negotiation, contracting within defined delegation of authority;
- engages with internal customers and other stakeholders to make sure that the purchasing requirements are clearly defined;
- aims to reduce total costs through commercial, technical and other processes; responsible for cost management, achievement of savings targets;
- responsible for risk management and for the escalation of potential issues to the local manager;
drives value creation through supplier relationship management, innovation and cost avoidance; encourages market competition and fair negotiations;
- is involved in creation of work procedures and policies together in accordance with STADA group guidelines;
- observes local legal regulations and adheres to the operational procurement procedure, as well as all procedures related to procurement operations.