USA-Buyer I (Professional)

Location: Morristown, NJ
Hybrid (Local candidates only)
Rate: $40-$43/HR
Contract Type: Short-term assignment (No extension at this time)

We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families through breakthrough research, compassionate care, and the unwavering commitment of our employees. Our company operates in over 90 countries, with a workforce of 91,000 employees and a global footprint that includes 59 manufacturing and 20 R&D sites. In 2022, our business net income reached €10.3 billion, driven by our four Global Business Units: Specialty Care, Consumer Healthcare, Vaccines, and General Medicines.

Our focus spans across major therapeutic areas including immunology, cardiovascular, diabetes, oncology, and rare diseases.

The Procurement function plays a vital role in delivering sustainable savings to fund future innovation. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, our Chief Procurement Officer leads a high-performing team structured into five key domains:

• Manufacturing & Supply

• Marketing & Sales

• Professional Services

• Scientific & Medical

• Digital

With an annual spend of €15 billion, Procurement is a strategic partner in enhancing cost efficiency and optimizing Business Operating Income (BOI). Our mission emphasizes simplification, productivity, supplier diversity, and sustainability—powered by data-driven decision-making and strategic partnerships.

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Agile Procurement Associate (Junior Buyer) to join our Procurement Agile Team. This role will support high-value projects, negotiations, and cross-functional initiatives that directly contribute to our savings targets and operational excellence.

• Support RFI/RFP processes, including data analysis and supplier evaluations

• Assist in contract negotiations and price discussions

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess and fulfill procurement needs

• Conduct market and supplier research to identify trends and innovations

• Prepare and maintain documentation, presentations, and procurement reports

• Support project management and procurement operations as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

• 1+ year of experience in a procurement or sourcing-related role

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)

• Strong communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and within a team