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The Position
At Roche Diagnostics, we are committed to transforming healthcare by pushing the boundaries of science and innovation. We foster a collaborative and dynamic culture where talented individuals come together to advance the future of diagnostics. Join us in our mission to improve lives by providing cutting-edge diagnostic solutions, working alongside world-class professionals and thought leaders.

• Creating, implementing, and providing direct procurement activities according to organization needs
• Developing strategies for direct procurement that align with organizational goals and sales targets while ensuring sustainable procure process for the business, customer and patients
• Being a strategic partner to other chapter’s leads and senior management
• Providing expertise and support in procurement-related matters
• Managing direct procurement processes following group organization standards and local regulations
• Managing direct suppliers based on evaluation activities and providing regular assessments to improve quality and cost-effectiveness
• Implementing improvement plans based on supplier performance assessments
• Building awareness and adherence to risk / regulatory / quality compliance requirements
• Providing a full scope of direct procurement activities in the bidding processes, ensuring on-time delivery, cost-effectiveness, and quality regulations
• Leading negotiations and end-to-end contract management
• Ensuring global KPI throughout the year focusing on target savings, payment terms, and purchase order creation
• Owner of local policy for direct procurement processes

People Leadership Responsibilities:

• Leading a team of direct procurement specialist: provide guidance, support, coaching; foster a positive and collaborative team environment
• Ensuring individual development plans for each team member following unique strengths and career aspirations, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Leading and motivating team to co–create a positive work environment that promotes collaboration and innovation
• Communicating effectively: maintain open and clear communication with the team; facilitate effective communication within the team and with other chapters
• Coaching and mentoring team members: provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to team members, help the team members develop their skills and achieve their career goals
• Evaluating team performance: conduct regular performance evaluations for team members; provide constructive feedback and support performance improvement
• Fostering a feedback culture: build and develop a culture of feedback within the team