Senior Strategic Procurement & AI Consultant

Our client is a leading organization in the pharmaceutical sector seeking a consultant to drive strategic procurement and AI integration. The role focuses on optimizing sourcing processes and managing complex supplier relationships through advanced technological solutions.

• Lead the strategic integration of AI and Agentic AI within procurement to enhance external intelligence and competitive benchmarking.
• Develop executive-level presentations and strategic reports for senior leadership.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, negotiations, bid analysis, and purchase order management.
• Collaborate with global category managers to develop and implement long-term procurement strategies.
• Enhance team efficiency by developing PowerBI dashboards and consolidating operational data.
• Conduct market trend analysis and competitive bidding to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Provide autonomous guidance on strategic initiatives and resolve complex issues within the procurement scope.

• You have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• You bring 8+ years of relevant experience in procurement and buying, ideally within the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
• You possess advanced expertise in AI and LLMs such as Copilot, Claude, or Gemini, including advanced prompting techniques.
• You have experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP, and are proficient in PowerBI and PowerPoint.
• You bring a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical regulatory environment, compliance, and healthcare laws.
• You're highly organized with strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• You are fluent in English and Dutch.

Nice to Haves

• Experience providing support for RFP processes.
• Proven track record in delivering innovative solutions for global category strategies.

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