Novartis

Overview

Responsible for the procurement of Maintenance, Repair and Operation Materials (MROM) spare parts and Repair and Maintenance (R&M) services to support Singapore site Production and Technical Services equipment maintenance activities. Focuses on strategic sourcing, vendor management, purchase order processing, cost optimization, supplier performance management, budget control, and ensuring timely availability of materials and services required for all maintenance related operations.

About Novartis

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Execute end-to-end procurement of MROM spare parts, R&M and Technical services in alignment with maintenance and operational requirements
• Perform vendor sourcing, qualification support, and onboarding in collaboration with QA and Supplier Management teams
• Lead and execute price negotiations with vendors to secure competitive pricing, focusing on bulk purchasing and framework agreements
• Manage supplier performance, including delivery reliability, cost competitiveness, and quality compliance
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of procurement-related master data in SAP

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure procurement activities comply with Novartis Global SOPs and site-specific procedures
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement, vendor qualification, and material compliance
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in MRO and R&M procurement, including vendor optimization and cost-saving strategies
• Maintain awareness of market trends, supplier landscape, and pricing benchmarks to support strategic sourcing decisions
• Create and manage Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Purchase Orders (PO) in SAP (e.g., SAP MM)