Associate Director, Procurement, Category Lead - Corporate Affairs

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The Associate Director, Category Lead - Corporate Affairs is responsible for development of strong business relationships while leading the strategic sourcing and procurement activities for engagements within the Corporate Affairs area. This role will engage closely and frequently with senior business partners in the Corporate Affairs organization to understand strategic business objectives, develop a fit-for-purpose category strategy and drive business outcomes. Areas of focus include but are not limited to: Brand Communications, Corporate Communications, Investor Relations, ESG and Patient Engagement.

This role is expected to have proven experience in Procurement Category Strategic Development, while expertise, knowledge, or background in working with agencies and Communications partners is preferred. This role is also seen as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, and as a main point of contact for Corporate & Public Affairs-related procurement needs. This will require this role to have strong coordination, collaboration and partnership abilities within the Enabling Services GP function and across other GP functional towers to ensure holistic support of the stakeholders. This role will drive Supplier Relationship Management processes, procedures, supplier and category segmentation, metrics/KPI development and application, etc.

Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Drive strategic business partnering across the targeted leadership team, along with Finance, Legal, and the broader Global Procurement organization

• Maintain a leadership role to influence business strategies, leverage emerging trends, and identify opportunity areas that deliver sustainable value. Act as strategic enabler of change, introducing new ideas and innovative solutions

• Develop, maintain and implement a 1-3 year strategic plan and ensure all projects supporting the strategic plan deliver maximum value.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the overall Corporate Affairs organization. Continuously act as a trust advisor by proactively identifying opportunities for enhanced engagement, new supplier capabilities, and areas for further cost optimization. Stay updated on emerging trends to drive innovation and help the business stay ahead of the competition.

• Partner with the business and finance to maintain visibility into stakeholder 3rd party budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals and objectives.

• Track and report on cost savings and value delivered through procurement activities.

Execute supplier relationship management (SRM) and drive supplier performance

• Oversee the rationalization and selection of suppliers that meet business requirements at the optimal total cost, with preferred supplier identification

• Manage and optimize the category supply base, preferred suppliers, and track supplier performance (KPIs, SLA tracking,..)

• Lead cadenced business reviews with key internal and external stakeholders to track performance and ensure alignment on business objectives

• Identify, build, and maintain mutually beneficial relationships, partnerships, and alliances with select suppliers

• Manage escalations from the business and coordinate with suppliers on behalf of the business to develop solutions or performance improvement plans

Innovation Management

• Coordinate with other Category Strategy Partners and GP Market Business Partners to ex