Temp Specialist Global Procurement Direct

Specialist Global Procurement Direct- R44523 Position Description The Specialist, Global Procurement ? Direct will support the CMO business. This role is accountable for supporting the category strategy to meet global and regional business needs. The Specialist works closely with internal & external stakeholders to facilitate discussions related category priorities, supporting negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder engagement. The role will support the planning and execution of CMO management utilizing the Supplier Approval Process and Portal technology. S/he will be the gatekeeper who owns and maintains the integrity of the vendor master data system of record for suppliers in their assigned area of responsibility for all company/organisation entities. The Specialist is responsible for managing existing and new supplier approval workflow and updating/maintaining vendor master data in order to mitigate external fraud risk. Roles Responsibilities Supporting negotiations, supplier management activities, and stakeholder engagement activities. Working collaboratively with teammates as well as cross-functionally with stakeholders across all company/organisation campuses. Drafting contracts (regional/global), while working with internal legal department. Provide analysis of supplier spend in support of the Sourcing Manager category strategy. Works efficiently and independently with A/P, Sourcing teams, vendors and end users to collect required documents and approvals which mitigate external fraud risk and protect company/organisation. Performs system of record (Oracle, Zycus, etc.) entry for new vendor set up, changes to existing vendor information, deactivates vendors, and attaches documents to vendor file within the appropriate system with a high level of accuracy avoiding errors and duplications. Supports the annual Vendor database clean up. Ensure vendors and sites are properly set up for specific tax liability, enter and maintain banking information and work with Compliance to assign unique identifier numbers to HCP related vendors. Works with A/P to monitor and help evaluate vendor payment methods, PO vs non-PO status, and other compliance requirements. Conducts special projects related to Vendor Maintenance as assigned. Interfaces and performs functional activities within the ERP system. Uses strong communication skills to exchange information and escalates procurement-related issues; self-starter; works well independently and anticipates the needs of procurement staff to provide thorough support. Creates and maintains regular reports and specialized documentation; researches and provides information in response to requests from leadership. Skills Knowledge of the procure to pay process and procedures. Must have analytical and problem-solving skills and must pay close attention to detail while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Requires strong relationship management skills as this role interacts with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers. Experienced using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Oracle preferred, Zycus preferred. Individual is experienced operating with integrity, focus, and detail oriented in a fast-paced environment. Ability to leverage standard business applications for communicating, presenting and analyzing (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Education & Experience Requires a BS/BA or equivalent combination of education and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Regeneron