Sourcing & Procurement Specialist - Ireland

at  Legend Biotech EU

COMPANY INFORMATION

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen Biotech, Inc. to develop, manufacture and commercialize ciltacabtagene autoleucel (cilta-cel). Through our strategic partnership, we look to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

EDUCATION:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting or Business

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 2-3 years relevant Sourcing / Procurement experience is highly desirable

KEY CAPABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

• Strong analytical and data entry skills
• Technologically savvy with the ability to quickly adopt new systems and processes. Proficient in Excel (Pivot Tables and Advanced Analytics), Word, Visio, and exposure to ERP and other financial accounting systems
• Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross-functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively. Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment
• Strength in communicating and working effectively with broad stakeholders in various scientific/technical/business disciplines
• Strong influencing capabilities with an ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and across different functions
• Ability to promote a mindset of continuous improvement, problem solving, and prevention

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This individual, based in Dublin, will work within Technical Operations and will be responsible for transactional Contract Negotiation, Supplier review of purchase/selling terms, Supplier on-boarding & due diligence, and assistance (troubleshooting) with Purchase Requisition / Purchase Orders for all Legend EMEA Business– in alignment with the overarching Procurement policy & procedures.
The Sourcing & Procurement Specialist / Sr. Specialist will provide high quality strategic negotiation, market analysis of key suppliers, and ad-hoc purchases. In addition, will assist with: Purchase Order (PO) life cycle – including user troubleshooting, supplier records creation (e.g. W-9, ACH, Qualification Assessments, etc.), maintenance of supplier info records within S/4 HANA (SAP), and monitoring of contract compliance activities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with Sourcing and Selection of suppliers for the optimal purchase price – balancing quality, service and assurance of supply
• Maintain purchasing paper and electronic records accurately and timely to support efficient response to auditors and other stakeholders
• Maintain materials and services purchase price and monitor potential deviations within S/4 HANA (SAP)
• Assist business units representatives with the development of business requirements and scope of work for sourcing initiatives
• Monitor supplier execution and deliverables of goods and services aligned with scope of work and/or PO’s
• Support the procurement process by maintaining accurate open purchase order listing, un-invoiced receipt amounts, supplier documentation and statements
• Provide timely responses to business units’ representative(s) and suppliers inquiries
• Assist with the development and implementation of spend analysis, supplier performance metrics, standard operating procedures and work instructions
• Collaborate with Finance and Accounts Payable, suppliers and business stakeholders in support of on-going operational efficiency efforts