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🇬🇧Director Procurement, Animal Health Technology Solutions (Global)
Hybrid in Salamanca·Full-time·Added 5 days ago
What they offer
US$156,900 - US$247,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
MSD doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Salamanca for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 7+ years of experience
Director-level role.
The role
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Director, Animal Health Technology Solutions Procurement. This global leadership role will shape procurement strategy across direct materials, indirect services and capital investment, covering categories such as plastics, printed circuit board assemblies, microchips, electronic components, metals, external manufacturing and other technology solutions supporting animal health operations.
Reporting to the Executive Director responsible for Indirect Services and Animal Health Technology Solutions Procurement, you will lead a global team of approximately six procurement professionals. You will partner with senior leaders across manufacturing, supply chain, research and development, commercial operations, finance, quality, regulatory affairs, engineering and technology to deliver value, strengthen supply resilience and support business growth and transformation.
Primary location: United States (Rahway) or EURAM (Netherlands, Austria, Germany or Spain)
What you'll do
Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:
- Develop and deliver global procurement and category strategies across direct materials, indirect services and capital investment.
- Lead strategic sourcing, complex negotiations, contract management and supplier governance to deliver sustainable value, innovation and operational excellence.
- Build trusted partnerships with senior business leaders and provide market, supplier and commercial insights to support business decisions and investment planning.
- Manage supplier performance, third-party risk, due diligence, business continuity and compliance across global operations and supply chains.
- Lead, coach and develop a global procurement team, creating an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Advance procurement capabilities through process improvement, digital tools, data-informed decision-making and support for business transformation and integration activities
How you'll work
25%
Hybrid
1st - Day
Required Skills
Capex Procurement, Category Management, Contract Manufacturing, Global Procurement, Materials Procurement, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Production Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Technology Procurement, Technology Sourcing
Requirements
What we're looking for
In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:
- A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, information technology, finance, procurement or a related discipline.
- At least seven years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management or supplier relationship management, including leadership responsibilities.
- Proven experience developing and implementing global sourcing and category strategies and leading complex commercial negotiations.
- Experience supporting technology-enabled products, electronics, manufacturing operations or direct-material supply chains.
- Knowledge of relevant categories such as electronic components, microchips, printed circuit board assemblies, plastics, metals, external manufacturing and technology solutions.
- The ability to lead global teams and work effectively across functions, regions and a complex organizational structure.
- Strong commercial judgement, financial analysis, negotiation, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and senior-level influencing skills, together with resilience, curiosity and an innovative mindset.
- Professional fluency in English. Experience in animal health, medical devices, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, technology or manufacturing would be an advantage
Nice to have
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Education & certifications
Yes
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
* Compensation packet varies by country and will be based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.
For the United States, the salary range is USD $156,900-$247,000.
For Austria, the minimum annual gross salary is EUR 100,300 and varies according to the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate
Compensation for other locations will be aligned with local market practices and salary structures.
Visa & relocation
No relocation
No
About MSD
MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) is the Spanish affiliate of Merck & Co., Inc., a global research-driven pharmaceutical company headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey, USA. The company discovers, develops, and manufactures innovative medicines and vaccines across therapeutic areas including oncology, infectious diseases, and cardiovascular health. With operations in over 140 countries and a workforce of roughly 70,000 employees worldwide, MSD is one of the largest and most influential healthcare companies in the world.
In Spain, MSD operates from its offices in Madrid, serving as the commercial and medical hub for the Iberian region. The Spanish affiliate is known for a professional, science-driven culture that values collaboration and innovation, and it regularly hires international talent across functions such as clinical research, medical affairs, and commercial operations. For international professionals, MSD offers a global career framework, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on medicines that reach patients worldwide, making it an attractive employer for those seeking a stable, multinational environment in Spain.
- Industry
- Pharma
- Founded
- 1891
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Rahway, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid
- Website
- msd.es
Good to know if you are moving
- MSD operates globally under the name MSD (Merck Sharp & Dohme) outside the US and Canada, so the Spanish entity is MSD Spain.
- The Spanish affiliate is based in Madrid and is one of the company's key European hubs for medical, regulatory, and commercial activities.
- The company offers a global mobility framework, making it feasible for international hires to move to Spain and later rotate to other countries.
- English is the working language for many internal communications, easing the transition for non-Spanish speakers.
- MSD is known for strong investment in R&D, with annual R&D budgets exceeding $10 billion, offering exposure to cutting-edge science.
In their own words
About the company & team
For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic, we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.
Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals, helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal health, no one sees it like we do.
If you are ready to bring together procurement leadership, technology expertise and a passion for innovation, please apply today.
Additional information
Regular
09/23/2026
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