Job Description

As AstraZeneca launches the Growth Through Innovation strategy we have created a Procurement group that will have responsibility for the value chain from late stage development through to drug manufacture and distribution to patients. The new structure is designed to help us build on a proud legacy of operational excellence, and ensure we are positioned to continue to deliver more life-changing medicines for patients. Introduction to Role: Join our dynamic team at AstraZeneca as a Procurement Director. As a key member of the Operations Procurement leadership team, you will report directly to the VP, Global Head of Operations Procurement. This role offers an opportunity to lead a family of categories, provide leadership to Procurement professionals, and partner with a specific area of Operations. Your expertise in Procurement and business will be instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the function and delivering excellence in business partnering. Accountabilities: As a Procurement Director, you will develop a strategic global category management approach for outsourcing of unit operations in manufacturing, across end-to-end global supply chains. You will assume overall responsibility for all procurement activity, including strategy development, risk management, and the global procurement and material management process. You will also ensure supply chain security for Devices and External Testing, and Clinical Supply chains across the whole project/product portfolio. Your leadership skills will be crucial in coaching, mentoring, and developing direct reports and managing senior stakeholders.