Procurement Indirect Services Senior Specialist

ph3Job Description /h3pThe Procurement Senior Specialist will independently execute and lead the Sourcing Management Process (SMP) for strategic analysis of suppliers, supply markets, and supply chains across assigned spend categories within Our Organization. The role will lead category management execution, contract management, risk management, stakeholder management, and supplier value management within assigned categories, operating with limited supervision. /ph3What will you do? /h3pIndependently conduct detailed supplier and supply market analysis using facts and data, with the objective of providing meaningful insights and recommendations to Sourcing Management teams. Develop and execute detailed cost models and purchase price analyses for goods and services supplied to Our Company; this may include supplier and stakeholder interactions to ensure a full understanding of cost structures. Lead the creation of detailed pre-negotiation plans with Sourcing teams. Lead negotiation sessions with suppliers within defined approval limits and ensure post-negotiation follow-through. Lead and execute RFIs and RFPs, including structured analysis of supplier responses and sourcing recommendations aligned with category strategies. Execute supplier compliance assessments and risk management tools, including the development and implementation of mitigation strategies to ensure compliant supply and effective third-party management. Prepare, negotiate, and implement appropriate contracts and supplier commitments in accordance with company policies. Own the reporting, monitoring, and management of agreed supplier performance metrics and continuous improvement actions. Establish and maintain strong working relationships within GSM, Commercial Operations, and the other teams. Proactively understand stakeholder needs and priorities and provide procurement guidance. Generate high-quality procurement work and actively share learnings, best practices, and tools with colleagues across procurement and relevant stakeholders. /ph3Qualifications, Skills Experience Required /h3ulliUniversity degree. /liliEnglish and Italian fluency. /lili5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or relevant commercial operations experience. /liliStrong knowledge of suppliers, commercial operations, and procurement subject matter expertise. /liliDemonstrated ability to independently manage sourcing initiatives and supplier relationships. /liliProficiency with ERP systems (SAP) and procurement tools (Ariba). /liliRapid and disciplined decision making. /liliCourage and candor in communication. /liliStrong results orientation. /liliAppropriate escalation of issues and risks. /liliAbility to prioritize, align, and simplify work. /liliEnterprise mindset when supporting sourcing and category decisions. /li /ulh3Required Skills /h3ulliCommercial Risk Management /liliContract Management /liliContract Processing /liliCost Analysis /liliCost Modeling /liliCost Structures /liliProcurement Management /liliRegulatory Compliance /liliRisk Avoidance /liliRisk Management /liliSourcing and Procurement /liliStakeholder Management /liliSupplier Enablement /liliSupplier Negotiations /liliSupply Chain Processes /liliVendor Management /liliVendor Procurement /li /ulpMerck Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA /ppEmployee Status: Regular /ppRelocation: No relocation /ppVISA Sponsorship: No /ppTravel Requirements: No Travel Required /ppFlexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid /ppShift: Not Indicated /ppValid Driving License: No /ppHazardous Material(s): n/a /ppJob Posting End Date: 09/21/2026 /pp*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. /ppSummaryLocation: CZE - Central Bohemian - Prague (Five); ITA - Lombardia - Milano Segrate (Palazzo) /ppType: Full time /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr