Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
As a Purchasing officer you will lead the performance of raw material suppliers, to ensure the Material Requirement Plan (MRP) can be realized. You will also ensure relevant Procurement Master Data is available and maintained in SAP MRP can be calculated optimally and the Purchase Order creation process can be as effective as possible.
Key responsibilities:
- Supervise supplier performance and feedback to strategic buyers and/or category managers
- Support the implementation of supplier changes and other initiatives led by Central Category managers and Site Strategic Buyers
- Collaborate with the broader procurement team to ensure all relevant material and vendor master data and outline agreements are available in SAP and are up to date
- Lead Vendor performance, driving improvements on time delivery, quality conformance, and other compliance issues
- Handle and resolve Vendor Returns (RMA, Cost Recovery, Replacements)
- Perform regular open order review meeting with Vendors
- Capture documentation as needed for the release of all raw materials
- Collaborate with warehouse on resolution of overdue GR
Key Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in economics or equivalent experience in supply chain
- Hands on SAP knowledge is beneficial
- Be a good communicator and collaborative person. Accountability and dedication will also be meaningful for the successful candidate.
- Fluent French language skills and conversational English language skills
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.