Buyer - Pharmaceutical Raw Materials – German or English Speaker
About the Job
Carry out the entire purchasing process for specific product groups Pharmaceutical raw materials such as APIs, Excipients, Amino Acids, for the EMEA region. Ensuring product availability at the best price and in accordance with Regional and Global strategy.
Key Responsibility Areas
* Purchasing and distribution of product streams to the regional subsidiaries.
* Requesting, assessing, and selecting quotations on the basis of product specifications.
* Negotiation of material prices, payment terms, and incoterms and/or services portfolios in accordance with business strategy.
* Monitoring order processes to ensure timely delivery of purchase orders and managing suppliers proactively to avoid delays. Escalating issues when necessary.
* Entering purchase orders, processing, and maintaining data in the ERP system.
* Monitoring inventory levels and tracking lead times in collaboration with the planning and logistics team.
* Supporting the procurement activities in accordance with Sourcing and Category management team.
Additional Activities
* Perform supplier evaluation to assess the quality and reliability of suppliers, pricing, and other purchasing conditions.
* Screen the market using available databases and sources to find alternative suppliers with competitive conditions.
* Follow up on commercial opportunities and actively seek better price and product availability as part of continuous improvement of purchasing conditions.
* Contribute ideas about the purchasing strategy and come up with proposals to optimize efficiency of the purchasing.
* Continuously and actively follow market trends.
Set Yourself Apart
* Bachelor or equivalent education, preferably in Procurement/Sales/Business/Supply Chain.
* Minimum 2 years of relevant experience as Buyer of direct or indirect materials.
* Efficient and structured way of working.
* Excellent skills to manage stakeholders and engage with people.
* Fluency in English and German is mandatory.
* Good working knowledge of Word and Excel.
* Experience with ERP systems and ability to learn fast.
What’s on Offer?
Fagron offers exciting opportunities for personal and professional growth. We provide an open and truly dynamic environment which supports and encourages you to develop your skills and talents.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
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