Category Buyer Spare Parts

**Category Buyer Spare Parts** * Location: Budapest, Hungary * Job type: Permanent, Full-time, Hybrid * Travel: 5% _About the job_ =============== Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. As Global buyer Spare parts, you will be responsible, for the management of spare part category, purchase, storage, and distribution of spare parts or components required for machinery, or equipment, for implementing sourcing strategies according to category management strategies and leading sourcing activities across all business units at global level. This includes activities such as, but not limited to, partnering with the internal business teams to support their objectives, assist with building project scopes, consolidate all business needs and specification, conduct Global Request for Proposal (RFP), negotiate contracts renewals, rate cards / discount schedules, and manage overall relationships with key suppliers. We’re an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world. **Main responsibilities:** * _Ensures the implementation and operational follow-up of action plans derived from the strategies, in close collaboration with the procurement network and stakeholders._ * _Provides_ _support to the Global Lead Buyer of the category to ensure the execution of the strategy and sourcing execution._ * _Develop & implement digital Solutions and VMI Programs: implementing Digital solutions (such as PunchOut catalogues) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs streamline procurement processes and improve expenditure management._ * _Delivers savings pipeline in line with targets._ * _Maintain knowledge of supply chain best practices and industry benchmarks._ * _Provide solutions & alternatives for Spare parts process improvement._ * _Communicate departmental vision & goals._ * _Leads global RFIs/RFPs and contract negotiations for maintenance category._  * _Reports on status, savings, performance, and risks on the sourcing activities for maintenance category._ * _Stays informed on current industry trends and new market developments._ * _Act as a change agent, bring outside innovation and leverage global footprint._ * _Undertakes benchmarking against other industries and best practices._ * _Run robust Supplier Management with business reviews & performance management Ensure mastery of Procurement technical excellence (TCO, SRM, Market Intel, Risk Management, Innovation, CSR, HSE, compliance, quality…),_ * _Work closely with procurement services to leverage as much as possible the middle and back-offices services._ * _Issue Resolution: Manage and resolve any issues with suppliers._ _About you_ =========== **Education**: * _Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business or another relevant field._ **Experience**: * _Min. 3 years of Procurement experience._ **Soft and Technical skills:** * _Technical knowledge of Spare Parts Management, reverse engineering, Additive manufacturing & Lathing/milling/coating technologies_ * _Good understanding of inventory management and FIFO practices._ * _Results oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, notably on large data sets._ * _Knowledge of SAP MM module and any CMMS tool._ * _Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint._ * _Trained into crisis management._ * _Knowledge of Pharma GMP work environment._ * _Proven experience into remote maintenance contract deployment and machinery connectivity and censoring._ * _Good understanding of finance and legal aspects._ * _Flexible, receptive, resourceful, creative, and results oriented._ * _Proven project management._ * _Technical and commercial Negotiation._ * _Communication skills: Assertiveness, ability to convince/influence others and excellent presentation skills._ * _Able to quickly assimilate new information/skills._ * _Readily adapts to new environment, processes, ways of working._ * _Team player with excellent interpersonal sensitivity._ * _Role model in compliance and ethics._ **Languages**: * _Excellent command of both written and spoken English required_ * _German and/or French active language skillset is nice-to-have_ _Why choose us?_   ==================== * Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team * Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally * Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact * Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave _**Office of the Year 2025 – Evolution Award**_ _Our most recent award – Sanofi is recognized for creating an innovative workspace that supports collaboration and adaptability._ _**Marketing Diamond Award 2026 – Employer Branding**_ _One of the highest honours at Hungary's prestigious Marketing Diamond Awards, recognizing excellence in employer branding._ _**BSC Investor of the Year 2025**_ _Awarded by HIPA, ABSL Hungary, and AmCham Hungary for our contribution to Hungary's business services sector._ _**PwC Workforce Preference Survey 2025 – Top 3 Most Attractive Employers**_ _Ranked 3rd among the most attractive employers in Hungary._ _**Hungarian Employer Branding Awards 2025 – Gold & Silver**_ _Best Strategic Employer Branding Campaign (Gold) and Best Employer Branding Campaign in the Pharma Sector (Silver)._ Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science—where your progress can be as transformative as our work. We believe in you, support you, and give you the opportunity to go further, think faster, and achieve what you once thought impossible. With us, you can shape the future—ask questions, explore new paths, and find solutions that truly reach those who need them most. Ready to use the power of science to improve people's lives? Let's pursue progress together and discover the extraordinary! Discover our [Code of Conduct](https://www.codeofconduct.sanofi/), that serves as the moral compass that guides us when chasing the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Please ensure to have read this document before applying. #Sanofi #SanofiCareers #joinSanofi #jobopportunities #careeropportunities #sscjob #Sanofi\_Budapest\_Hub #Budapest #LI-EUR #LI-hybrid #procurement #sourcing #categorymanagement #spareparts #negotiation Pursue _progress_, discover _extraordinary_ =========================================== Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our [ALL IN video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at [sanofi.com](https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness)! Pursue _progress_, discover _extraordinary_ =========================================== Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our [ALL IN video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at [sanofi.com](https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness)! The salary range for this position is :Ft10 944 000,00 - Ft14 592 000 Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.