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Regional Procurement Associate

Merck
Chandler, USA
Full-time
Mid · 5+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 2 days ago
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Your Role:

  • This is a dual-capability procurement role combining day-to-day operational buying with targeted strategic sourcing execution for assigned materials and services within DS&S.
  • Owns procure-to-pay activities as the primary responsibility, ensuring on-time, in-full delivery, master data accuracy, and supply continuity across assigned spend categories.
  • Executes sourcing activities for designated material groups in alignment with global category strategy and in close coordination with Category and Sourcing Managers, covering negotiation events, supplier evaluations, and source-to-contract delivery
  • Partners closely with Sourcing Managers, Category Managers, Planning, and site stakeholders to bridge operational execution with strategic sourcing outcomes.
  • Key Accountabilities:
  • Buying (approx. 80%)
  • Execute purchase requisitions-to-orders, order confirmations, changes, and closures; maintain accurate supplier and material master data.
  • Expedite and track open orders; resolve delivery issues, goods receipt discrepancies, and invoice mismatches in collaboration with Logistics, Quality, and Finance.
  • Ensure contract and quotation compliance; perform spot buys within defined thresholds and escalate complex or high-value strategic sourcing events as appropriate.
  • Monitor supplier on-time delivery and responsiveness; drive corrective actions and support risk mitigation and supply continuity planning.
  • Maintain documentation and compliance with sustainability, ethics, and EHS policies; contribute to P2P process improvements and digital enablement initiatives.
  • Provide KPI reporting (OTIF, lead-time adherence, purchase order accuracy); communicate proactively with stakeholders including sites, operations, and engineering.
  • Collaborate with Planning and Operations to align procurement activities with production schedules, inventory targets, and demand fluctuations.
  • Strategic Sourcing (approx. 20%)
  • Execute sourcing activities in the absence of a dedicated Sourcing Manager, including RFI/RFP/RFQ management, supplier evaluations, and competitive bidding processes.
  • Provide feedback to Sourcing Managers, Category Managers, and Regional Heads on sourcing outcomes, market observations, supplier performance trends, supplier innovation opportunities, and emerging risks.
  • Scope of People Responsibility
  • No direct reports.
  • May provide informal guidance and coordination support to junior Buyers or shared service teams on P2P process matters.
  • This is an onsite position in Chandler AZ
  • Travel once per year to internal team meeting or supplier visits

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or a similar discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in procurement operations and/or sourcing within manufacturing or a high-tech environment
  • 2+ years of buying experience
  • 1+ years of SAP experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Exposure to negotiation and sourcing events is a strong advantage.
  • Communication and stakeholder management, problem-solving, attention to detail, data and Excel proficiency, supplier coordination, negotiation fundamentals, ability to operate effectively across both transactional and strategic procurement contexts.
  • Pay Range for this position: $73,500-110,300 per year
  • The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.
  • What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
  • Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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