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Key Suppliers Sourcing

Merck KGaA

5 years

Bengaluru

Posted:11 hours ago

Job Description

Work Your Magic with us!


Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That`s why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimageable with us.


Your Role

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the sourcing strategy for a global Life Sciences organization. You will translate category strategies into actionable sourcing plans that drive quality, cost efficiency, and supply security across the region.

In this role, you will own the end-to-end sourcing process — from key supplier identification and qualification through negotiation, onboarding, and ongoing performance management. You will serve as the primary interface between regional operations and global category management, ensuring that sourcing commitments are met with a unified, collaborative approach. You develop, implement and support the Category strategy for your plant and suppliers assigned translate this into supplier & portfolio strategies and execute these to generate value in the dimension’s financial contribution, supply security and sustainability.


Who You Are

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Life Sciences, or a related field; an advanced degree or MBA is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within the Life Sciences or Medical Device industry, with a focus on managing strategic supplier relationships.
  • Proven track record of leading the end-to-end sourcing process, including supplier identification, bid management, negotiation, qualification, and performance management.
  • Experience operating in a large, multinational, matrix organization with exposure to global category management and cross-functional sourcing initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environments and manufacturing processes relevant to Life Sciences sourcing.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • Analytical mindset with advanced problem-solving capabilities; proficient in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, and standard analytical tools including MS Office.
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience managing teams and driving employee engagement, organizational efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Fluency in English & Hindi required, Kannada preferred


What we offer:
We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

Skills Required

Sourcing Healthcare Sourcing Strategy Life Sciences Onboarding Performance Management Category Management Supply Chain Management Strategic Sourcing Procurement BID Management Manufacturing

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