Senior Procurement Specialist

(m/f/d)

Freelance/temporary employment for a project

Basel

Start date: asap

Reference number: 863140/1

Responsibilities

• Support procurement processes across all Carve-out phases including due diligence, planning and execution
• Ensure smooth transition and integration of systems, services and suppliers
• Develop and manage strong relationships with key vendors and service providers
• Lead negotiations and manage supplier performance and compliance
• Conduct strategic sourcing and supplier selection based on quality, cost and reliability
• Manage contract creation, negotiation and lifecycle governance
• Perform data analysis to identify cost optimization and process improvement opportunities
• Assess, monitor and mitigate procurement-related risks
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders including IT, Automation, Quality, Finance, Legal and MRO
• Maintain procurement KPIs and develop data-driven performance reports

Profile

• Bachelor-s degree in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• Master-s degree or relevant certifications (CPSM, CIPS) are an advantage
• Experience in indirect procurement, ideally in CDMO or pharma environments
• Experience in Carve-out or Divestment activities
• Extensive knowledge in procurement processes, strategic sourcing, vendor and contract management
• Proven track record in managing procurement streams within business divestments
• Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP tools and MS Office
• Strategic thinker, highly organized, adaptable, resilient and collaborative in team settings

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on high-impact strategic Carve-out projects within a global CDMO
• Exposure to cross-functional leadership teams and strategic decision-making
• Innovative, collaborative and international work environment