Associate Procurement Manager IT

We’re permanently growing and soon we might be extending our team in area of IT!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

At AstraZeneca, we are united by a common purpose : to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. Every day, we make a difference by delivering potentially life-changing medicines to millions of people worldwide. Our purpose is results-oriented and so is our approach. Becoming a more agile and creative company means building a dynamic, inspiring culture where we celebrate diverse, bold thinking, are curious, creative, and open to new insights and ways of working.

JOB ROLE

Currently, we are expanding our team and looking for professionals with various experience within the area of Global IT Procurement or IT services delivery that will bring value to the organization leveraging IT knowledge in many areas of our business.

TYPICAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Play a key role in managing the end-to-end Source to Contract process for IT categories.

Instrumental to supporting Category Managers and Category Directors with implementing Sourcing strategies to ensure successful delivery against category targets.

Working effectively with the Global Category Teams, you will advise on and drive the global sourcing strategies through the effective application of the Source to Contract process.

You will direct the preparation and delivery of each key element of the end to end sourcing and contracting process.

Influence best practice, standardization and ensure compliance across the lifecycle of the source to contract process.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

University degree preferred

At least 2 years of the work experience in global or regional procurement function, leading IT procurement projects that are aligned with enterprise-wide business needs

Proficiency in negotiating agreements for delivery and implementation of SaaS solutions

Understanding of contract lifecycle, legal parameters, legally binding agreements

Excellent English communication skills (Polish is not a must)

Background experience of working collaboratively across teams

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as demonstrated by the ability to work effectively with others at all levels of the organization and externally with suppliers

Strong influencing and negotiation skills

Excellent Project Management skills to effectively manage sourcing and contracting projects

Analytical and financial skills.

DESIRABLE

Background operating in a similar complex, matrix, global organization like AstraZeneca or similarly heavily regulated industry

Experience with Jaggaer, SAP Ariba or any other sourcing tool

In depth knowledge of IT supply market across various IT areas

Solid strategic thinking and ability to manage multiple and competing priorities

So, what’s next?

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

02-lip-2025

Closing Date

15-lip-2025