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At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Buyer to join our Procurement team in Wrexham. As Senior Buyer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless procurement of raw materials, packaging, and other consumables necessary for the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products. This position is integral to maintaining the integrity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of our supply chain operations while adhering to stringent regulatory standards and quality requirements. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with the company's overall business objectives and production schedules.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Sourcing: Contribute to the development and execution of strategic sourcing plans for raw materials, packaging, APIs, and other consumables.
* Supplier Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manage supplier change notifications, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with company standards.
* Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the best terms and conditions.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Global Category Leads to align procurement activities with business objectives.
* Cost Optimisation: Perform cost analysis and implement strategies to optimise procurement costs without compromising quality.
* Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain to ensure continuity and reliability.
Knowledge, Experience & Skills
* Considerable experience in a buying role from a highly regulated industry
* Experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP
* Accountable attitude, takes ownership and is solution-focused
* Natural communicator and relationship builder
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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