Procurement Specialist, Medical
AstraZenecaAt AstraZeneca, we pride ourselves on crafting a collaborative culture that champions knowledge-sharing, ambitious thinking and innovation – ultimately providing employees with the opportunity to work across teams, functions and even the globe.
Recognizing the importance of individualized flexibility, our ways of working allow employees to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week. Our head office and BlueSky Hub in downtown Toronto are purposely designed with collaboration in mind, providing space where teams can come together to strategize, brainstorm and connect on key projects.
Our dedication to sustainability is also central to our culture and part of what makes AstraZeneca a great place to work. We know the health of people, the planet and our business are interconnected which is why we’re taking ambitious action to tackle some of the biggest challenges of our time, from climate change to access to healthcare and disease prevention.
The role sits on the Americas Procurement Category team focused in the Global and Americas region focused on supporting the categories of Primary Real World Evidence (Evidence Generation, Early Access Programs) and Medical Affairs/Medical Communication. Incumbent will work with the relevant Director/ Associate Director to manage a portion of the Enterprise spend category. Helps develop long-term strategic plans for the entire spend area within AstraZeneca or Region. Works closely with customers and suppliers to ensure that Category Strategies are highly aligned to current and future Business needs and that the supply base is capable of supporting these strategies. Responsibilities include source-to-contract activities, tool utilization, benchmarking, data collection and analysis, and other duties as assigned to support the categories, stakeholders, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bachelor’s Degree compleltion is mandatory
- Minimum of 2 years experience in procurement sourcing and category management,
- Oral and written fluency in English
- Strong analytical and financial skills
- Strong communicator, ability to influence others
- Project management
- Strong communication and influencing skills
Education, Experience & Skills:
- 3-5 years of Procurement Sourcing and Category Management experience within indirect or R&D procurement
- Knowledge of medical communications and evidence generation is a strong asset.
- Experience with Consulting, Financial, or other Professional services procurement categories
- Strong working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry / or related industries
- Significant negotiation experience with favorable outcomes for the stakeholders.
- Contract management/negotiation
- Supplier Relationship Management experience
- Project management experience
- Understanding of service industries and/or professional services
- Financial Acuity and skills
- Professional Procurement Qualification
Annual base salary for this position ranges from $93,680 to $122,955. AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs. In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.
In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role). Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.
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Date Posted
20-Jan-2026Closing Date
19-Feb-2026AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.