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Tactical Buyer

Lodz, Łódź Voivodeship
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Takeda Business Solutions (TBS) is an award-winning organization within Global Finance, committed to creating an exceptional experience where our stakeholders feel supported and confident in our solutions.

A key business partner for Takeda, we harness the power of data and digital to optimize end-to-end processes across Finance, Procurement and HR.

TBS is a driver of the latest technology and next-generation capabilities in artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, process automation, and analytics, while being agile at scale.

With a clear line of sight to the patient, we create seamless experiences that free up our people’s time to focus on our purpose — better health for people, brighter future for the world.

When you join TBS, you'll become part of an exciting journey of transformation. Our shared mindset of innovation means we’re constantly striving to improve our organization, ways of working and outcomes — creating a uniquely rewarding culture for employees and an exceptional people experience.

It's an exciting world of collaborative change, where you’ll be empowered to challenge the status quo, make a lasting impact, and reimagine the future for yourself and the business.

Job ID R0121862 Date posted 05/06/2024 Location Lodz, Łódź Voivodeship

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Job Description

The Tactical Buyer is responsible for the delivery and execution of procurement projects within predefined threshold and activities across the Global Procurement categories as needed; and is expected to have knowledge of at least basic project management practices, work effectively in general procurement aspects and deal professionally with market dynamics, supplier performance situations, risks, projects status, total spend, contractual setup, etc.

The Tactical Buyer must be able to prioritize assigned tasks (based on e.g. cost, timeline or complexity) and align these priorities and internal Global Procurement stakeholders. He/she can seek and expect guidance from immediate manager and senior colleagues, but remain an active team player towards the rest of the team.

The Tactical Buyer is expected to deal with vendors and internal stakeholders, have a high level of professionalism, excellent communication skills and high quality of deliverables.

The Tactical Buyer must understand the general mechanisms of supply markets, tender management as well as contract and supplier management.

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The Tactical Buyer is expected to:

  • Manage procurement projects and tasks (e.g. execute Work Orders under Takeda’s MSA’s, direct purchases, tenders and RfX processes etc.) in the Tactical Procurement pipeline
  • Support execution of Strategic Procurement projects managed by Category Managers or Business Partners
  • Independent management of Procurement subcategory (if applicable)
  • Supporting high value or high complexity procurement projects or leading them under supervision
    - Independenly identify savings opportunities
    - Deliver predefined savings within agreed category
  • Negotiate agreements and contracts and ensure best possible terms and conditions for Takeda, as well as ensure all suppliers are covered by active contracts, in cooperation with Category Managers and Global Legal
  • Conduct review meetings with key stakeholders in Global Procurement
  • Actively handle knowledge transfer based on market and business needs defined in the category/subcategory in cooperation with Category Managers
  • Participate in Supplier Relationship Management activities (governance, personal meetings, supplier evaluations across Takeda, facilitate and resolve dispute)
  • Be a trusted advisor for stakeholders in all the aspect of procurement
  • Ensure that day to day procurement decisions are taken according to the Procurement Policy

Professional competencies:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree;
  • Minimum 5 years professional experience (E2E sourcing and contract management) in a similar role within an international environment
  • Experience with leading RFx and project management of global tenders
  • Procurement expertise (regional and global markets understanding, procurement guidelines, supplier relationship management, risk management etc.)
  • Business insights within the pharma industry
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (any additional language is an advantage).

Behavioral competencies:

  • Execution oriented and results driven
  • Business Insights
  • Proactive, independent leader
  • Critical thinker

What Takeda Business Solutions can offer you:

No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you a full range of benefits, such as:

Your Wealth

  • Competitive Salary

  • Annual Bonus

  • Referral Bonus

  • Social Fund (Christmas Bonus, Holiday Allowance etc.)

  • Employee Recognition

Your Health

  • Medical Care - various packages for the employee fully sponsored by Takeda. Family packages additionally paid by employee.

  • Eyeglass refund

Your Future

  • Group Life Insurance

  • Employee Capital Plans

  • A broad variety of learning platforms

  • Professional Growth opportunities including mentoring program

  • Next-Generation Series – our comprehensive offer of internal webinars available to all employees from day 1

Your Well-Being

  • Subsidized Sport Card

  • Takeda Sport & engagement teams

  • One additional day-off for voluntary activities

  • Fruits in the office, broad variety of coffee and tea

  • Flexible working hours and hybrid working

  • Employee assistance program

We don’t do ordinary – at Takeda we unite in diversity! Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, where individuals are recognized for the diverse backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continually improving workplace experience and accessibility for everyone, and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our Team.

Ready to experience the exceptional? Go to takedajobs.com and apply!

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Locations

Lodz, Poland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within TBS at Takeda?

  • Collaborative
  • Values-Driven
  • Adaptable
  • Innovative
  • Empathetic
  • Communicator

Your TBS Onboarding Experience

Life at TBS – What Sets Us Apart?

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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