Are you passionate to be in the role as Procurement? Do you have experience in procurement ? If so, this opportunity could be for you! Join us at B. Braun, a leader in the medical devices industry, where your skills and experience will be recognized and celebrated. Take the next step in your career with us and help shape the future of healthcare!
As a Manager - Procurement at B. Braun you will play a vital role in….
Your key responsibilities:
- Category Strategy Development & Execution
a. Lead the development and execution of a category strategy by working with business stakeholders and global / regional procurement colleagues.
b. To gain a deep understanding of the business requirements, value chain, total costs, risks and opportunities in order to be able to challenge and deliver value improvements.
c. Bring knowledge of suppliers and supply market expertise to the business, including identification and development of innovations.
d. Plan and execute the procurement activity using B. Braun’s ‘Source to Contract’ process leading competitive tenders and / or negotiations for formal as well as ad hoc activities as required.
- Supplier Management & Supplier Risk Management
a. Take responsibility for supplier management, implementing supplier business reviews and other means of driving supplier performance in sustainable, systematic ways.
b. Work with business stakeholders for the development and deployment of appropriate supplier performance targets and KPIs.
c. Ensure suppliers have the capacity, financial stability, quality & technical capabilities to meet business requirements and put in place supplier development / risk mitigation plans as appropriate.
- Operations, Reporting & Governance
a. Operationally responsible for managing the Purchase Requisition process and approvals for the category in line with company policies and requirements.
b. Accountable for cost savings and value creation in line with annual targets.
c. Whilst functionally reporting through the procurement organization, the Category Manager must work in close collaboration with business stakeholders.
d. Promote and ensure compliance to integrity and B. Braun’s code of conduct.
- Projects & assignments.
a. Challenge sourcing activities, processes and existing practices to identify and implement value engineering and / or operational excellence, process improvement as well as new sourcing opportunities.
b. Take initiative and be willing to lead or support improvement projects in the function and bu
What you will bring to the team:
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Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Minimum 8 years of relevant experience as Strategic Buyer specifically in CAPEX and Production related categories.
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Strong negotiation and procurement capabilities with a proven track record of delivering results.
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Good communication skills with the ability to manage and align stakeholder expectations effectively. Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data and provide actionable recommendations or solution.
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Good in Supplier management, including performance evaluation and relationship building.
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Good in Contract Management within stakeholder & suppliers.
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Good exposure in driving / leading Sustainability activities at own category.
What sets B. Braun apart?
Founded in Germany in 1839, B. Braun is a leading medical technology company with over 66,000 employees in 64 countries. Specializing in infusion therapy, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, anaesthesia, and more, B. Braun develops high-quality products and services that improve global health. In Asia Pacific, B. Braun employs over 16,000 people across 10 production sites and 16 business offices.
Established in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the regional headquarters for APAC. With more than 7,000 employees, the plant located in Penang is among the largest manufacturers of medical, surgical and pharmaceutical products not only in Malaysia but also in the APAC region. It also houses the Centre of Excellence for Intravenous Access.
What can we offer you?
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Employee Incentive Scheme
- Training and development programs
- Meal Subsidy, and onsite convenience store
- Onsite fitness area including running track, futsal and classes.
- Medical Insurance and dental and optical allowance.
- Travel Allowance
- Retirement Fund
What’s next?
Once you click on the link to Apply, you will be directed to update your personal information and submit your CV. Our Talent Acquisition team will carefully review your application, and if you pass the CV screening you will be invited for the first interview. We ask you to conduct two interviews, one in person and one remotely. If you stand out and meet our requirements, we will present you with an offer and guide you through our seamless onboarding process. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
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