NEA Cluster Procurement Lead (London based)

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Date: Nov 3, 2026

Location: London, GB

Company: Richter Gedeon Nyrt.

Join the professional team of Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading pharmaceutical company in Hungary and the region!

New molecules, new medicines, new processes, and new technologies - Richter invites innovative minds to exploit their full capacities. With our research and development base with 1000 professionals, we have one of the most significant innovation centres not only in Hungary but in the entire Central and Eastern European region. In addition to applied scientific work, we also support individual research fields and topics, as well as publishing activities and participation in scientific life.

Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position

NEA Cluster Procurement Lead (London based)

Join us

Join Gedeon Richter’s London office and take on a key regional leadership role as Cluster Procurement Lead NEA. In this position, you will drive procurement strategy across multiple countries, lead high-performing teams, and work closely with global stakeholders to deliver business value, innovation, and operational excellence.

If you are an experienced procurement professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for leading in an international environment, we look forward to welcoming you to our team in London.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the cluster procurement strategy aligned with global and regional objectives
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier innovation, and process improvements
  • Implement global category strategies across all countries in the cluster, ensuring full and consistent deployment
  • Execute global sourcing strategies in close collaboration with HQ Category Managers
  • Implement global procurement policies, processes, and governance requirements across the cluster
  • Provide market intelligence, risk insights, and cluster-level data to support global strategy development
  • Lead supplier sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and performance management within the cluster
  • Ensure alignment with global supplier governance, sustainability requirements, and risk management frameworks
  • Ensure consistent application of procurement processes, tools, and documentation standards across all countries/sites
  • Oversee cluster-level spend reporting, demand planning, and procurement analytics
  • Lead and develop the cluster procurement team, ensuring strong performance and capability growth
  • Lead and support the country-level procurement teams, ensuring consistent strategic execution and compliance
  • Oversee day-to-day operative procurement activities at cluster and country levels

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 7–10+ years of progressive procurement experience, including multi-country or multi-site leadership roles
  • Strong experience in collaborating with Category Managers
  • Proven track record executing global sourcing strategies and leading supplier negotiations
  • Deep understanding of procurement governance, policy implementation, and compliance frameworks
  • Proficiency in procurement systems (SAP, Coupa, Ariba, etc.)
  • Strategic and analytical mindset
  • Leadership in multi-country environments
  • Matrix and stakeholder management
  • Supplier relationship and performance management
  • Compliance, risk management, and governance discipline
  • Continuous improvement and change leadership
  • Strong communication and influencing skills

Competencies

  • Cooperation
  • Result-orientation
  • Professional skills
  • Change management
  • Self-development, developing others

What we offer

  • Home office opportunity (2 days/week)
  • Flexible working hours
  • Car or car allowance is provided
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Various sports opportunities (gym, swimming pool, AYCM)
  • Challenging, responsible professional work
  • Long-term employment in an innovative and secure workplace

The Richter community is looking forward to your application.

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