Buyer

Ipsen is a growing and dynamic specialty-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on innovation and specialty care.

The patient is at the heart of everything we do, and we also care for our employees because they are the ambassadors who truly make a difference. We attract and develop bold, agile and entrepreneurial individuals who take full ownership of their decisions, leaders drawn by a purpose to make a direct impact through their work in people’s lives, all of which is underpinned by our Ipsen Way of Being.

Main Tasks

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and category teams to understand their indirect procurement requirements and develop sourcing strategies to meet those needs.

Conduct market research to identify potential/alternative suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements.

Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluating proposals, and selecting vendors.

Effectively manage notifications of changes from suppliers with stakeholder support.

Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure effective communication and resolve any issues promptly.

Monitor supplier performance, address any issues or concerns, and implement corrective actions as necessary to ensure consistent delivery of quality goods and services.

Work closely with the internal stakeholders to track and analyze spend, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement cost reduction initiatives.

Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new materials and services introductions, cost reduction projects, and other strategic initiatives.

Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in procurement to continuously improve processes and optimize supply chain performance.

Experience

Ideally have experience in procurement, preferably in a manufacturing or GMP-regulated environment.

Experience With Indirect Procurement Categories Is Preferred.

Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end projects and achieving Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings.

Demonstrated proficiency in risk management and supplier relationship management resulting in successful outcomes.

Sound understanding of commercial procurement procedures and practices, encompassing negotiation skills and contract law.

Why Ipsen & Why Wrexham…

We are a business that is experiencing exponential growth and change, therefore presenting a wide range of opportunities and challenges

Major £multi-million investment in a New Drug Product Facility to increase the scale and capability of our Wrexham site, ultimately enhancing the products we develop for our customers

A fantastic culture and working environment with many long-serving employees

Huge commitment to Diversity & Inclusion - almost 50% of our top 160 leaders are women

A genuine focus on the environment and sustainability – our Wrexham site is powered by 100% renewable electricity

Competitive salaries and enhanced benefits package which includes annual bonus, generous pension scheme, wellness allowance and so much more.

Awarded ‘Best Workplaces’ and ‘Best Workplaces for Wellbeing’ status in the Large Organisations category, as well as ‘Best Workplaces for Women’ in 2023.

The pride of working for a company that directly impacts and changes lives for the better