At 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.
Reporting to the Director – External Manufacturing Procurement (New Modalities), the Associate Director, External Manufacturing Procurement is accountable for delivering the technology-aligned category strategy across both pre-commercial and commercial spend. This role plays a central part in enabling AstraZeneca’s Ambition 2030 strategy, ensuring external manufacturing partners are selected, developed and managed to deliver 20 new life-changing medicines by 2030. Sitting within the technology-aligned category team, the Associate Director leads high-value initiatives in the Category Improvement Plan, drives supplier performance and development, and supports activities related to acquisitions and divestments. Operating through established governance forums, this position connects closely with stakeholders across the value chain to secure robust, sustainable and competitive external manufacturing solutions that keep patients at the center.
Lead project supplier selection activities including guiding GSCE with supplier selection where required, in line with category strategy.
Leadership of initiatives or with their suppliers within the applicable category improvement plan and execution of that plan to deliver the expected business value. Supports development of category strategy with Director where applicable.
Delivering value for accountable supplier relationships in line with segmentation & supplier development plan.
Represents EMP & contributes as required at relevant technology enterprise governance forums (e.g ESM Tech Forum, Supplier BRMs, Boards) to drive informed decision-making and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
Manages stakeholder relationships effectively through Business Partnering with relevant roles across ESM, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Legal and Pharm Sci, PT&D and BPD organizations (where applicable) to resolve issues, optimize business performance and develop future improvement opportunities.
Deliver annual financial and non-financial targets for their category.
Deliver on EMP goals and objectives.
If applicable lead assigned area of EMP’s overall governance system and processes driving a continuous improvement mentality and lean methodology.
Supports innovation within the category strategy and emphasizes sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
Provides additional market analysis and benchmarking input to Dir. and contributes to supplier landscape review.
Participate in pre-commercial & commercial category core team meetings with business & procurement stakeholders.
Contribution to advancing and delivering Procurement’s overall 2-2-2 strategy and Value Proposition.
Manages and monitors supplier spend & records savings.
Ensuring procurement processes and supplier management are applied in line with identified AstraZeneca standard operating policies, compliance, ethics & procedures.
Develop and apply negotiation tactics, effectively communicating with stakeholders, and building mutual trust to influence outcomes efficiently.
Be responsible for End-to-End Source to Contract (S2C) activities performed by GSCE
Supports GSCE execution of Master Supply Agreements, and/or individual product contracts for assigned Suppliers or Brands.
Supporting risk assessment processes for suppliers
Developing excellent relationships & influence with internal stakeholders
Foster trusted relationships with suppliers to achieve competitive value and quality of services.
Support AZ’s industry-leading Sustainability agenda with suppliers.
Proven experience in Procurement or a related field.
Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent qualifications
Strong Stakeholder Management skills, preferably in a matrix organization
Commercial Procurement experience
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead supplier relationship management
Proven ability to handle change and uncertainty
Strong analytical and financial skills to support data-driven decision-making
Demonstrated experience working across different geographical regions and cultures.
Experience in working within a manufacturing site
Experience in working with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs)
Category management experience
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to
inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca, Operations is powered by people who turn complex science into reliable supply for patients worldwide, combining disciplined execution with curiosity, lean thinking and digital innovation. Teams work across a diverse global network with access to cutting-edge facilities, strong investment and continuous learning opportunities, all while driving sustainability commitments such as Zero Carbon by 2025 and carbon negative across the value chain by 2030. Colleagues are encouraged to step up, take ownership and explore varied career paths as they help transform molecules into medicines at pace, solving real problems that matter for patients, communities and society.
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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination. AstraZeneca is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Such accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing AZCHumanResources@astrazeneca.com.
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Annual base salary for this position ranges from 123,997.60 to 162,746.85.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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