Purchasing Manager

SummaryProvide purchasing expertise to ensure the timely provision of services for effective and efficient maintenance Novartis EM, including questions related to corporate cars, procurement procedures, contract management, ensure purchasing compliance and take lead of various corporate events. About The RoleMajor accountabilities:

Coordinate and supervise the office maintenancePlanning of the office needs and management of contracts with all contractors for the provision of services in order to ensure cost-effective and smooth implementation;Relocation of staff and visitors, coordinating placement of new staff in consultation with the managers of departments and in accordance with the approved plans;Monitor and participate in the process of inventory count;Participation in the vendor selection process;Ensure proper compliance level of purchasing process and according to NFCM;Engage with Global Procurement Team for all relevant contracts;Communicate and negotiate with the Landlord concerning office/building maintenance;Monitoring the payments of rent and office services, including a reconciliation of accounts;Management of contracts with suppliers / providers; find economical sources of service delivery;Verification and approval of the accounts for the services performed;Corporate Projects coordinationPerform other tasks of the company managementKey Performance IndicatorsUnderstanding and compliance of the company policies and procedures;Timely organize procurement cycle including negotiation with vendors, contract review and sign across EM;Timely Support and consultation of business owners in EM;The ability to address emerging issues quickly, promptly and efficiently;Ability to work constructively in a multicultural environment and in stressful working conditions.

Minimum RequirementsHigher education in one of the listed: Managements, Economics, Marketing, Logistics Procurement2-4 years in the procurement or administrative services or organizational coordinator in the related industry Understanding of the Procurement principles and processNegotiation, communication, presentation skills, advanced MS Office user LanguagesLocal languagesEnglish upper intermediate levelWhy Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https: //www. novartis.

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