Site Manager, Procurement
Bavarian Nordic A/S
At Bavarian Nordic, we are committed to saving and improving lives by unlocking the power of the immune system. Our commercial product portfolio includes market-leading vaccines against smallpox, mpox, rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, typhoid fever, and cholera, and we have exciting product launches coming up. We excel in R&D innovation, manufacturing, and commercialization, striving to improve health and quality of life for people worldwide, protecting our tomorrow. Join us in our mission to make a difference. We are one of the largest pure-play vaccine companies and are on an exciting growth journey across the commercial portfolio, with key product launches coming up. We are building a Global Supply Chain and Strategy organization and seeking a Site Manager for Procurement.
As the Site Manager for Procurement, you will oversee all procurement activities at the manufacturing site in Kvistgaard, ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services while maintaining quality and compliance standards. This role acts as the primary interface to site leadership, leading a team of eight procurement professionals, and driving performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement in alignment with global procurement strategies and relevant category managers. You will report to the Head of Global Procurement located at our Bern site.
You will develop and execute sourcing strategies to secure critical materials and services, ensuring production requirements are met. You will drive continuous improvement through effective supplier management while leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team that aligns with site objectives and procurement best practices. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement efficient procurement solutions and introduce innovative strategies to enhance cost efficiency and support site goals.
Other key responsibilities are
- Cost Efficiency & Innovation: Introduce innovative procurement strategies to support site goals.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all procurement activities meet regulatory standards (GMP, FDA, EMA). Mitigate supply chain risks to ensure the continuity of critical materials.
- Performance Tracking: Monitor and report on procurement KPIs (cost, quality, delivery timelines). Provide updates to the Head of Global Procurement and site leadership.
Skills and requirements
- 5-7 years of experience in a senior procurement role, preferably in pharmaceutical or vaccine manufacturing.
- Familiarity with regulatory environments (e.g., GMP, FDA, EMA).
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related fields.
- Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) preferred.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proficiency in procurement systems and ERP tools (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, Medius).
- Strong change management skills with a track record of implementing improvements.
- Deep expertise in sourcing and procurement practices (e.g., procure-to-pay, strategic sourcing, RFx processes, should-cost models).
- Proficiency in Danish and English.
We offer
As Site Manager for Procurement, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact, driving strategic decisions that shape the future of our local operations.
You will work in an international company with unique technology and a dedicated workforce. We welcome people who share our passion for making a difference. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment and an opportunity to develop both your personal and academic competencies.
Caught your interest?
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Zakaria Sallak - Head of Global Procurement via email at . Applications submitted via email will not be considered but must be submitted through our designated application platform. Please note that due to the upcoming Christmas holidays, we will have limited availability. While we are excited to review your application, we kindly ask for your patience as responses may be delayed until after the holiday season.
We kindly request that head hunters or recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this position.
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Founded in 1994, we have +30 years of experience developing life-saving vaccines. We are a global leader in smallpox and mpox vaccines. Our commercial product portfolio contains market-leading vaccines against rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, cholera, typhoid, and Ebola. We are headquartered in Denmark and have manufacturing, research, and sales offices across Europe and North America. Our values – our Bavarian Nordic DNA, as we like to call it – are what guide our actions every day. We act as persistent pioneers, embrace change, value being boosted by the team, and believe in protecting lives every day. If that is also a part of your DNA, we invite you to join us in Bavarian Nordic! Bavarian Nordic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location: Kvistgaard - Hejreskovvej 10A
