At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.
Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.
We do so via:
Access – Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;
Leadership – Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and
Partnership – Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.
Our global portfolio includes best-in-class, iconic brand-name products as well as global key brands; generics, including branded and complex generics; and other offerings across a wide range of therapeutic areas. We are committed to helping create healthier communities worldwide through education, outreach and better access to treatment.
For those driven to live their lives with purpose, Viatris helps employees realise their full potential by creating a collaborative culture that fosters courage and resilience. Viatris is more than just a place to work. This is a place to make a difference in the world.
The Role & What You Will Be Doing
Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the Purchasing Specialist (umowa na zastępstwo) role will make an impact:
Supporting in-country sourcing activities and drive cost-effective strategiesDeveloping long and short-term purchasing strategiesTendering and negotiating with suppliersHandling claimsProviding guidance and regular training to employees as appropriateIdentifying risks, gaps, setting standardsMonitoring execution and effectiveness, reviewing exceptionsAdequate and accurate reporting and administrationReviewing agreements from purchasing and business perspectiveAdministration of the content available on the purchasing website for PolandManaging relevant policies; ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards, maintaining meticulous documentation for audits
About Your Skills & Experience
For this role, we’re looking for a candidate who has an effective combination of the following qualifications, skills and experiences:
Bachelor's degree and/or Master’s DegreeSubstantial experience and proven success in a similar role in multinational environment (preferably in the pharmaceutical industry)Excellent knowledge of Office suite and proficiency in industry standard procurement systems (for instance SmartSource), knowledge of SAP is beneficialFluency in English, proficiency in other EU language(s) is beneficialStrong supplier negotiations skills. Understanding of contract terms and conditionsExcellent communication/relationship building skillsAdvanced negotiation and influencing skillsAccuracy, problem solving, planning and organization skills, ability to adjust well to dynamic environmentStrong analytical skills
At Viatris, we are dedicated to building a truly diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Why Viatris?
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others. You will also have the opportunity to access excellent career progression opportunities and work-life balance initiatives.
Diversity & Inclusion at Viatris
At Viatris, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. The diversity we foster in all aspects of our business can be one of our greatest strengths in redefining healthcare not as it is, but as it should be. If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.viatris.com/en/Careers/Diversity-and-Inclusion
Sustainability at Viatris
Corporate social responsibility is fundamental to the Viatris mission. We work to advance responsible and sustainable operations and leverage our collective expertise to empower people to live healthier at every stage of life, recognizing that our actions affect the stakeholders and communities we serve. To learn more about our efforts, please visit https://www.viatris.com/en/about-us/corporate-responsibility
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.