Procurement Site Manager

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

The Procurement Site Manager leads all purchasing activities at the site level, playing a key strategic role in shaping the vision and mission of the procurement function. This role is responsible for driving cost savings, operational efficiency, and building strong, long-term relationships with suppliers, while ensuring alignment with broader business goals and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans aligned with long-term business objectives.
• Manage procurement budgets and resources to ensure efficient use of funds and achievement of financial targets.
• Monitor and analyze procurement KPIs to drive continuous improvement and performance optimization.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives and implement best practices to enhance procurement efficiency.
• Ensure procurement activities support sustainability and social responsibility goals.
• Establish and enforce procurement policies and procedures that meet compliance and industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks to ensure business continuity and resilience.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate procurement strategies with overall business operations.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all applicable work rules (e.g., GMP, PNT, INS, BPL) and follow defined procedures.
• Complete required compliance documentation and records accurately.
• Comply with established quality, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards.
• Report any incidents or irregularities to the direct manager promptly.
• Perform tasks from lower professional groups when necessary to support team operations.

This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job.  The description is not to be constructed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.  Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and application of work standards (GMP, PNT, INS, BPL, etc.) according to defined procedures.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent leadership and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement management systems and tools.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of procurement or supply chain experience, with a strong track record in strategic sourcing and purchasing.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry is highly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing staff 
• Demonstrated ability to drive performance and influence across complex, global matrix organizations.
• Strong understanding of compliance, ethical standards, and reputation management within a regulated industry.
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus.   

Equivalency:

Depending on the area of assignment, directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.  Example:  If a job level requires a Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience, an equivalency could include 8 years of experience, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 2 years of experience. 

Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Frequently sits for 6-8 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Frequently walks. Occasionally bends and twists neck.  Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 25lbs. Frequently drives to site locations and frequently travels within the United States.  Able to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence.

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton:USNC0002 - Clayton 

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