Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Role: Capex & Opex ProcurementJob Location: BangaloreDepartment: Supply ChainAbout SyngeneIncorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene\' s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spiritMandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines

• Overall adherence to safe practices and procedures of oneself and the teams aligned
• Contributing to development of procedures, practices and systems that ensures safe operations and compliance to company\'s integrity & quality standards
• Driving a corporate culture that promotes environment, health, and safety (EHS) mindset and operational discipline at the workplace at all times.
• Ensuring safety of self, teams and lab/plant by adhering to safety protocols and following environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace.
• Ensure all assigned mandatory trainings related to data integrity, health, and safety measures are completed on time by all members of the team including self
• Compliance to Syngene\' s quality standards at all times

Job Purpose (1-2 Lines)Responsible for strategic sourcing and procurement operations of CAPEX with on-time delivery within the budget.Key Responsibilities: (Maximum 5-8 Points) * Lead Buyer of CAPEX (Equipment, Spares, Maintenance contracts, CAPEX and OPEX) across projects in collaboration with User, Engineering team and Suppliers

• Responsible for RFx to contract closure, on-time delivery of procurement within Budget and deliver savings as per expectations
• Planning purchase of Process Equipment\'s & machineries with Spares based on approved Capital Investment plans & budgets
• Responsible for Procurement operations from Converting Purchase requisition, receipt of materials and payment closure with Suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
• Drive on-time delivery, supplier performance and Cost reduction targets from Procurement.
• Supplier Leadership: own the commercial relationship for key suppliers, serve as the point of contact for problem escalation, conduct Business Reviews, and drive sustainable development among the supply base.
• Leverage cross functional expertise to implement cost models, qualify suppliers, drive part number rationalization, and consolidate the supply base

Educational Qualification: * B. Tech/ BE/ B.Pharma

• MBA is an advantage

• Good understanding of technical aspects of Laboratory Instruments & Equipment, Manufacturing Equipment and Supplies
• Deep understanding of supply market and price dynamics of Machines/ Equipment in Pharma industry
• Strategic capability to assess the suppliers on their capabilities including cost, innovation and execution capabilities

Experience: * At least 7 years of experience in buying Process & Laboratory equipment in Pharma industry

• Experience in material management in EOU/ SEZ with taxes, duties and other financial implications

Behavioral Skills: * Good communication skills

• Negotiation skills to manage Suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Team building and development

Equal Opportunity Employer:It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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