Supplier Relationship Manager - indirect procurement at Danaher Corporation

Bad Kreuznach, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology, Filtration, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • 3+ years’ experience in indirect sourcing, purchasing MRO or category management or supplier relationship management in facilities and fleet
  • Proven track record of negotiating contracts, reducing costs, and improving supplier performance
  • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in procurement, supply chain, or engineering
  • Fluent English and German speaker
  • Ability to travel 25% regionally and internationally
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

  • Manage indirect procurement: facilities, Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) and fleet in the EMEA Region
  • Support significant procurement projects and work closely with all business units and functions
  • Manage the central fleet for various countries in Europe (Germany, UK, France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Poland, Netherlands) and manage all fleet requests and inventories
  • Support, monitor, and assist the local tactical purchasing teams and site managers
  • Ensure that policies and procedures relating to compliance, engagement, early involvement, supplier selection, assessment, and development are acknowledged and implemented
  • Work on Key Performance indicators and cost-saving goals by focusing on savings project funnel ideation and execution
  • Stay updated on emerging technologies/materials/best practices in indirect and supply chain management
  • Monitor market trends & industry developments to identify opportunities for innovation/cost savings/risk mitigation
  • Oversee the implementation of the indirect strategy, manage the procurement process, and ensure compliance
  • Handle legal interactions, such as supplier non-disclosure agreements and legal interactions between Pall and suppliers
  • Manage supplier relationships by identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, conduct supplier assessments, attend supplier meetings/visits, maintain strong relationships with key suppliers via SBR’s
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams (including engineering, manufacturing, materials, quality, finance), negotiate and manage LTA’s/MSA’s and contract administration

Skills

Procurement
Supplier Relationship Management
Indirect Procurement
Fleet Management
MRO
Stakeholder Management
Policy Compliance
Project Management
Inventory Management
Tactical Purchasing

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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