Manager Procurement Technology & Program
West Pharmaceutical ServicesDescription This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity. Who We Are At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Job Summary To position itself to meet the requirements of continuing rapid business growth and future market development, West Pharmaceutical Services have developed a transformation strategy of standardization, simplification and centralization of global Procurement Services. The Manager Procurement service program is responsible for leading the project management and procurement digital roadmap workstream, team and processes. In conjunction with relevant business partners, identifies, designs, and implements business solutions for Procurement. Manage project planning, business case development, and functional requirements. This position will also be involved in a variety of cross functional projects that have impact to the strategic sourcing, procurement & finance operations organization and require essential data analytics. This role will be reporting to Sr. Director Global Procurement Services. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Procurement Services Initiatives Management Leading a variety of cross functional projects/initiatives that have impact to the procurement Services & finance operations organization. Working closely with the procurement services leadership team, rregularly assess current areas to identify improvement. Lead the planning and execution of procurement services projects and initiatives. Develop detailed project plans, timelines, ensuring alignment with overall procurement organizational goals. Monitor project progress and performance using appropriate tools and techniques. Report on project status, issues, and risks to senior management. Utilize data-driven analysis to pinpoint inefficiencies or bottlenecks in procurement workflows. Technology Enablement Develop and maintain a technology roadmap that supports the digital transformation of procurement processes. Identify and evaluate emerging technologies that can enhance procurement effectiveness. Partnering with Procurement leadership team and in alignment with global objective, procurement transformation and digital road map Lead the execution of the procurement Digital Road map working closely with the Procurement Services Integration lead Lead the adoption of eProcurement solutions that streamline procurement activities and enhance transparency. Change Management In partnership with Procurement COE Support, lead Facilitation of the cross-functional Governance Forums, Change Management & Process continuous Improvement for procurement services Education 3rd level qualification or equivalent Certification in Project Management Preferred Work Experience Minimum 8 years of relevant experience Experience leading and coaching direct report Preferred Shared Service Centre experience with multinational publicly quoted company experience. Experience in Procurement preferred Additional Requir…