Procurement Marketing Buyer (6 months contract)

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Job Description

fixed term contract (6 months)

The Procurement Marketing Buyer is responsible for the drafting and execution of the contract process within predefined thresholds and is expected to work effectively in general procurement aspects. The Buyer must understand the general mechanisms of contract and supplier management. Must have experience in drafting Statements of Work and working with suppliers for review and approval of contracts. The Buyer must have the ability to negotiate agreements and contracts and ensure best possible terms and conditions for Takeda, as well as ensure all suppliers are covered by active contracts, in cooperation with Category Managers and Global Legal. The Buyer must be able to prioritize assigned tasks (based on e.g. cost, timeline or complexity) and align these priorities with internal Global Procurement stakeholders. The Buyer is expected to deal with vendors and internal stakeholders, have a high level of professionalism, excellent communication skills and high quality of deliverables.

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• Manage procurement projects and tasks (e.g. execute Work Orders under Takeda’s MSA’s) in the Procurement pipeline
• Supporting procurement projects or leading them under supervision
  - Independently identify savings opportunities
• Negotiate agreements and contracts and ensure best possible terms and conditions for Takeda, as well as ensure all suppliers are covered by active contracts, in cooperation with Category Managers and Global Legal
• Be a trusted advisor for stakeholders in all the aspect of procurement
• Ensure that day to day procurement decisions are taken according to the Procurement Policy

Professional competencies:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree;
• Procurement expertise (regional and global markets understanding, procurement guidelines, supplier relationship management, risk management etc.)
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in Procurement in the Marketing category (creative agency, digital agency, media, and brand promotion)
• Pharma experience is preferred.
• Experience with drafting Statements of Work
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (any additional language is an advantage).

Behavioral competencies:

• Execution oriented and results driven
• Proactive, independent leader
• Critical thinker

What Takeda Business Solutions can offer you:

No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you a full range of benefits, such as:

Your Wealth

• Competitive Salary

• Annual Bonus

• Referral Bonus

• Social Fund (Christmas Bonus, Holiday Allowance etc.)

• Employee Recognition

Your Health

• Medical Care - various packages for the employee fully sponsored by Takeda. Family packages additionally paid by employee.

• Eyeglass refund

Your Future

• Group Life Insurance

• Employee Capital Plans

• A broad variety of learning platforms

• Professional Growth opportunities including mentoring program

• Next-Generation Series – our comprehensive offer of internal webinars available to all employees from day 1

Your Well-Being

• Subsidized Sport Card

• Takeda Sport & engagement teams

• One additional day-off for voluntary activities

• Fruits in the office, broad variety of coffee and tea

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working

• Employee assistance program

• Onboarding trainings and support from an employee ambassador – “Tomodachi” – your buddy during the first month at Takeda

We don’t do ordinary – at Takeda we unite in diversity! Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where individuals are recognized for the diverse backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continually improving workplace experience and accessibility for everyone, and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our Team.

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