Associate Director – Site Procurement Lead – Dundalk

Job Description

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative procurement leader to join our manufacturing site team. This role is responsible for driving procurement strategy and execution to support site operations and growth. You will lead key sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver value, innovation, and compliance. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead strategic sourcing and project execution using the Sourcing Management Process (SMP). 
• Drive supplier performance, cost reduction, and risk mitigation initiatives. 
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews and continuous improvement. 
• Support new product introductions from early design through to launch. 
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements. 
• Champion supplier diversity and working capital improvements. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global/regional partners to align procurement goals with business needs. 
• Provide procurement expertise and coaching to operational teams. 

What You’ll Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or a related field. 
• 5+ years of procurement and project management experience in a GMP manufacturing environment. 
• Experience working with senior leaders on large-scale change initiatives. 
• Proven ability to influence sourcing decisions during early product development. 
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. 
• Strong project management capabilities and a continuous improvement mindset.