Director, Indirect Procurement & Facilities, Finance

Description

Medison offers hope to patients suffering from rare and severe diseases, by forming partnerships with emerging biotech companies to accelerate access to highly innovative therapies in international markets. As the creator and leader of the global partnership category in the pharma industry, we strive to be Always Ahead and work relentlessly to bring therapy to patients in need, no matter where they live. Our values are at the core of every action we take, and we are committed to going above and beyond for the benefit of the patients we serve.

Medison is a dynamic, fast-paced company, operating in over 30 countries on 5 continents. We are looking for out-of-the-box thinkers, people who are passionate, caring, agile and adaptive, to join us on our mission. If you are looking to make a difference in people's lives, we invite you to join us!

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to serve as the Director, Indirect Procurement & Facilities. This role is responsible for overseeing the global strategy, operations and performance of all company’s facilities and indirect procurement functions across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in operational excellence, vendor management, sustainability and cost optimization, while also leading cross-functional strategic initiatives driving efficiency and innovation.

Responsibilities

Indirect Procurement

• Develop and execute a global indirect procurement strategy aligned with business goals
• Manage sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance, and risk mitigation
• Negotiate contracts and terms with vendors
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Optimize indirect procurement processes and systems to ensure cost-effectiveness and transparency
• Define and govern compliance with the internal company’s policies
• Build strong relationships with both key vendors and internal stakeholders

Facilities Management

• Lead the global facilities strategy: ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable workplaces across all company locations
• Oversee office design, space planning, lease management, and workplace services
• Implement global standards and best practices for facility operations and maintenance
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field; MBA or equivalent - advantage
• 10+ years of consecutive leadership experience in indirect procurement, facilities’ management, and similar types of operations in a global environment
• Global experience in regions like : EMEA, APAC & LATAM
• Proven track record of managing large-scale, cross-functional strategic projects
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with procurement and facilities management systems and tools
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities
• English at a mother-tongue level. Other languages – advantage