**Job Description**

*The Position**

The Organon Enterprise Services and Solutions (ESS) Organization partners with the business to develop and execute direct and indirect sourcing strategies, enabled by agile business processes and strong supplier performance management, to drive improved business outcomes.

We are currently recruiting for an Associate Director, US Commercial Procurement supporting across US marketing and supply chain categories/businesses. US Commercial Procurement Associate director will report to the Director, North America Commercial Lead overseeing Commercial Operations inclusive of Marketing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Patient Support, Digital Marketing and Warehousing services. Specifically, this will involve:

+ Category Leadership for the categories listed above in the US market and tying to the overall Global strategy.

+ Establishing and leading cross-functional teams of GPSM Leads, Stakeholders, and Business Partners through Sourcing Management as a structured process to develop and deliver procurement strategies that create real value for the organization.

+ Delivery of breakthrough results in savings and other departmental objectives, such as attaining supplier diversity targets, structured KPIS/SLAs, and supporting decisions to help growth in the US Commercial revenue lines.

+ Demonstrating an Innovative mindset with category and sourcing activities. Driving strong procurement results while assisting in transforming US Market operations and strategy.

+ Leadership of Supplier Performance Management, Category Strategy Development and Management, Project Portfolio Development, and Savings Management.

+ Stakeholder Alignment and Management - ensuring buy-in for initiatives, developing/growing key relationships across Commercial organization, developing and supporting stakeholder initiatives, supporting profit planning process, facilitating achievement of business goals.

*Responsibilities**
*Category Management** - Direct responsibility and accountability for category and suppliers in the categories listed above globally (with a heavy emphasis on US and Canada Markets).
*Sourcing Management** - Use Sourcing Management as a structured process, creating and leading cross-functional teams or overseeing the execution of sourcing initiatives.
*Strategy Creation and Management** - Work with cross-functional teams to create breakthrough strategies which both deliver quick wins, current strategy, and with a focus on innovative breakthroughs.
*Sourcing and Contracting** -Oversee the delivery of sourcing initiatives including RFI, RFP, negotiations and contracting by the central teams to put in place the right suppliers.
*Strategy Implementation** - Personally and proactively manage all aspects of implementation, including entry and exit of suppliers and the ensuing complex change management issues.
*Supplier Development and Performance Management** - Build relationships and manage key supplier performance against business requirements using proven processes to drive the realization of the full value of the key relationships. Also focused on compliance tracker and risk mitigation processes.
*Continuous Improvement** - Ensure that supplier relationships are set up for future continuous improvement and to lead review processes which ensures delivery of on-going improvement. **Stakeholder Management and Business Sponsorship** - Work in a way that positively engages the support of stakeholders using problem solving and proactive communication skills.
*Business Requirements** - Build a keen insight and understanding of business requirements on a 1-3-5-year horizon.
*Results and Performance** - The candidate will be a high-quality achiever who gets the right things done in the right way.
*Market Knowledge, Insight, and Subject Matter Expertise** - Use thorough market knowledge and data analysis to gain critical insights that drive the selection of sourcing strategies and continuous improvement activities. Actively participate in relevant industry conferences and events. Provide guidance, counsel and leadership to the team and wider organization in matters related to the categories under management. Selected candidate will be an individual contributor across the categories and activities they are responsible for.
*Project and Change Management** - High quality project and program management skills and a proven ability to manage change both internal and external through to successful completion. Proactive Cost Management - Achieve cost control, cost reduction, and cost containment targets, and add value to area of expenditure through a strong Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) orientation and process management.
*Performance** - Deliver ongoing savings, as required, as well as meeting the stakeholder business requirements.
*Required Education, Experience and Skills**

+ Bachelor's degree required.

+ Ten or more years in Strategic Procurement; emphasis on Marketing, Warehousing, Patient Support Programs, Call Center Operations, Sales Operations, and logistics category experience (Marketing is top category to support across the board).

+ Proven success in developing and executing regional/local sourcing strategies and partnering with global team members to leverage global strategies (as applicable).

+ Strong communications and influencing skills at senior levels.

+ Proven ability to collaborate with a wide variety of individuals, including senior management, stakeholders, team members, other departments, and suppliers.

+ Proven ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a dynamic environment.

+ Strong Market Knowledge.

+ Strong analytical skills.

+ Strong negotiation skills.

+ Project Management skills.

+ English language fluency.

+ Understanding of buying tools such as COUPA and SAP.

*Preferred Education, Experience and Skills**

+ Analytical - Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze large complex data sets to derive relevant intelligence in developing sourcing strategies or supporting negotiations.

+ Subject Matter Expert in any of the listed categories above.

+ Creative, self-starter.

+ Bias for action and comfortable with changing environments.

+ MBA or advanced degree and/or relevant certifications desirable.

*Who We Are:**

Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women's Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.

*US and PR Residents Only**

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*Applicable to United States Positions Only:** Under various U.S. state laws, Organon is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final salary determinations take a number of factors into account including, but not limited to, primary work location, relevant skills, education level, and/or prior work experience. The applicable salary range for this position in the U.S. is stated below. Benefits offered in the U.S. include a retirement savings plan, paid vacation and holiday time, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
*Annualized Salary Range (US)**

$113,500.00 - $193,300.00

*Please Note: Pay Ranges are Specific to local market and therefore vary from country to country**
*Employee Status:**

Regular

*Relocation:**

No relocation

*VISA Sponsorship:**

No

*Travel Requirements:** **Organon employees must be able to satisfy all applicable travel and credentialing requirements, including associated vaccination prerequisites.**

10%

*Flexible Work Arrangements:**

Hybrid

*Shift:**

Not Indicated

*Valid Driving License:**

Yes

*Hazardous Material(s):**
*Number of Openings:**

1

*Requisition ID:** R534770

Associate Director, US Commercial Procurement

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