Job Overview: Oversee all aspects of Purchasing initiatives on a regional or global scale, ensuring compliance with IQVIA's corporate purchasing policy that promotes vendor competition.

The Role: You will be responsible for leading quality and process improvement initiatives, contributing to the implementation of Purchasing strategies, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Your leadership will guide Purchasing projects from conception to deployment, establishing budgets, resource plans, and success metrics.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic initiatives and develop implementation plans.
• Manage Purchasing projects, including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Identify impactful purchasing programs and lead change teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project teams, processes, and timelines.
• Prepare and present purchasing recommendations to management.
• Conduct benchmarking and validate opportunities through Requests for Information and competitive Requests for Proposals.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and senior management to align priorities and ensure compliance with global procurement policies.
• Oversee the creation of purchasing plans and vendor management programs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 5-10 years of experience in IT sourcing with a proven track record of cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong IT Procurement background across Hardware, Software, and Cloud categories.
• Knowledge of purchasing methodologies and MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams while managing conflicting priorities.

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research services and healthcare intelligence, dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative medical treatments. We value integrity and professionalism in our hiring process and encourage diverse talent to join our mission. Thank you for considering a career with us.