Category Buyer Events & Medical Communications Africa Middle East

• Location: Budapest, Hungary
• Hybrid working according to local policy

About the job

Sanofi is an innovative global healthcare company headquartered in Paris, France with one purpose: Chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.  

We are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve, and we accomplish our goals through world-class research and with the compassion and commitment of our employees.

The company is focused on accelerating development to deliver breakthrough medicines and vaccines to patients, delivering excellence though Diversity. 

Sanofi operates in 90 countries with 91 000 employees worldwide, working in 59 manufacturing and 20 Research & Development (R&D) sites. In 2022 business net income was €10.3 Billion, delivered by 4 Global Business Units: Specialty care, Consumer Healthcare, Vaccines & General Medicines. Sanofi covers major therapeutic areas, including immunology, cardiovascular, diabetes, oncology, rare diseases, etc.

Within Sanofi, the Procurement function is a powerhouse maximizing savings to fund the company’s future growth. The Chief Procurement Officer is reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, member of the Sanofi executive committee. The Procurement organization is divided into five Domains (Manufacturing & Supply, Marketing & Sales, Professional Services, Scientific & Medical and Digital) leveraging Global Procurement Operations and the Procurement Center of Excellence & Transformation. The yearly spend coverage is around 15B€ with a special focus on Procurement excellence, Supplier Diversity and Sustainability. Closely collaborating with Finance, Business Operations and Business Units, Procurement is instrumental in achieving cost efficiency and savings. Procurement plays a critical role in optimizing Business Operational Impact with a focus on driving simplification, efficiency, and productivity. It forges strategic partnerships with suppliers, prioritizing innovation and data driven solutions.

Purpose of the role

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. As Africa Middle East (AME) Events and Medical Communication Buyer within the Marketing & Sales domain, you will be responsible for implementing sourcing strategies according to category management strategies and leading sourcing for the category of spend & geographic scope assigned, and across all business units.

This includes activities such as, but not limited to, partnering with the internal business teams to support their objectives, assist with building project scopes, consolidate all business needs and specification, conduct Global Request for Proposal (RFP), negotiate contracts renewals, rate cards / discount schedules, and manage overall relationships with key suppliers.

Key Focus of this role will be to

Manage local procurement projects Business partnering with the GBUS, GTMC, SBO Hubs leaders and medical function. Report to Global team all relevant information to improve Global procurement strategy.

Main responsibilities

Operations Management

• Ensure execution of global strategy across countries and deliver savings pipeline in line with targets
• Lead local RFIs/RFPs, contract negotiations, and report on sourcing activities, savings, performance, and risks, including regular touchpoints with Finance
• Support pre/post-audit management and crisis management
• Maintain understanding of Procurement Policies/Processes related to Risk/CSR/Compliance, ensuring adherence by team members
• Identify non-compliant processes and define corrective measures

Technology / Solution

• Develop strong partnerships with key internal customers and foster supportive two-way relationships
• Present Procurement strategies for review and input, while identifying cross-GBU synergies even without cross-GBU stakeholders

About you

Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in Procurement or related field (including agency-side experience)

Soft skills

The position requires sourcing professional skills with a strong ability to develop relationships within and across the different lines of business and throughout the Procurement organization, including transversal / project management skills as well as management skills in a multi-cultural environment

• Project Management skills (planning, prioritizing)
• Knowledge of best-in-class Procurement techniques and processes
• Consistency of focus upon delivery of outcomes and results
• Demonstrated analytical skills and ability to utilize tools/systems accordingly
• Ability to work independently on multiple concurrent priorities/projects
• Defines and balances strategic priorities against immediate operational challenges
• Able to quickly assimilate new information/skills

Education

• Bachelor’s or similar degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Contracting or a related field

Languages

• Fluency in English

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.