Group Senior Expert in Supply Chain Excellence focusing on Procurement processes and systems. Contributing to global supply chain operations at Octapharma with a strong emphasis on digitalization and compliance.
Responsibilities
Own and continuously improve global end-to-end procurement processes (e.g., Purchase-to-Pay, sourcing support processes)
Define and maintain global standards, templates, and governance frameworks across all sites
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., GxP)
Act as functional owner for procurement systems (SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba, Business Network)
Drive the procurement digitalization roadmap, including SAP Ariba implementation and rollout, Business Network integration, process harmonization, optimization, and automation
Identify and implement automation and efficiency improvements
Collect, structure, and prioritize business requirements from global stakeholders
Act as the central interface between Procurement, Business, and IT (including SC Applications)
Collaborate with Procurement teams, Category Management, Key Users, and other stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Production)
Ensure alignment and clear communication across functions and regions
Lead or support cross-functional projects related to procurement systems and processes
Define and manage procurement KPIs and reporting structures
Develop training concepts and materials for procurement processes and systems
Requirements
University degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, Supply Chain, or a related field
Several years in procurement or process management, including proven SAP projects and/or procurement digitalization initiatives
Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and GxP environment is a plus
Experience working with cross-functional teams (Procurement, IT, Business)
Strong communication and coordination skills, a hands-on mentality, and strategic, process-oriented thinking
Fluent in English; German is a plus
Knowledge of design thinking, innovation methodologies, and change management expertise is an advantage
Benefits
Company restaurant & meal subsidy
Training & further education
Health promotion
Parking spaces and good public transport connections
Company and team events
Job title
Group Senior Expert, Supply Chain Excellence - Procurement
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