Procurement Business Partner (m/f/d) Germany, Austria, Switzerland

Procurement Business Partner (m/f/d) Germany, Austria, Switzerland

Location: Germany - Munich Finance & Accounting Regular

Job Description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life‑changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic thought partner to the stakeholders and markets this role supports.
• Annually identify opportunities to optimize spend with suppliers and engage early with Affiliate teams to review planned spend and align on priorities.
• Partner with Global Category Managers to develop global category strategies (including the capture of local requirements) and drive stakeholder adherence to these strategies.
• Identify preferred suppliers for key categories in close collaboration with Affiliate stakeholders and Global Category Managers.
• Develop sourcing strategies for locally managed spend, in collaboration with Affiliate stakeholders. Maintain a holistic view of Affiliate demand and supply options.
• Conduct RFPs, negotiate price and contract terms to implement agreed sourcing strategies for locally managed categories of spend.
• Provide regular updates on delivery to GPO and senior Affiliate leaders for the supported markets, proactively highlighting issues that require awareness or attention.
• Promote stakeholder adoption of standardized procurement processes and inspire stakeholders to realize the value that good sourcing practices bring to the business.
• Participate in Procurement Team meetings to learn about GPO goals, processes and best practices.

Reporting Line

This role reports to the Procurement Director for ACE markets. It is part of a team within GPO that partners with teams located at one or more Gilead Sales & Marketing offices within Europe, Australia or Canada (collectively referred to as ACE markets).

Experience Requirements

• 6+ years of professional work experience plus a BS/BA (or equivalent), or 4+ years of professional work experience plus a MA/MS or MBA (or equivalent) in a corporate environment.
• Experience working in the Pharmaceutical/Healthcare industry is desirable but not essential.
• Fluency in English and German is required for this role.
• Extensive RFP, negotiation and contract management experience.
• Experience managing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Prior experience in roles requiring cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience working with Marketing or Medical teams is advantageous but not essential.
• Able to demonstrate effective business partnering capabilities with strong organizational skills.
• Clear communicator, able to influence without authority and good at ‘selling’ to others.
• Leadership presence/gravitas – the job holder will be required to present to leadership teams.
• Analytical, with good attention to detail.
• Hands‑on approach, proactive with strong drive.

Gilead Core Values

• Integrity (Doing What’s Right)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the EEO is the Law poster.

For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors

Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

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