Global Procurement Specialist

vor 2 Wochen

Wien, Wien, Österreich Valneva Vollzeit € 80.000 - € 120.000 pro Jahr

We are a specialty vaccine company that develops, manufactures, and commercializes prophylactic vaccines for infectious diseases addressing unmet medical needs. We take a highly specialized and targeted approach, applying our deep expertise across multiple vaccine modalities, focused on providing either first-, best- or only-in-class vaccine solutions.

*Responsibilities*

The Global Procurement Category Specialist - Warehousing, Logistics & Distribution will lead the strategic sourcing and supplier management for Valneva's global logistics operations. This brownfield position will build upon existing frameworks and relationships, driving optimization, innovation, and sustainability across the end-to-end supply chain. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and compliant logistics solutions that support Valneva's global operations.

  • Category Strategy & Leadership:
    Develop and execute global strategies for warehousing, transportation, and distribution aligned with business and supply chain goals.
  • Stakeholder & Supplier Management:
    Collaborate with internal teams and manage strategic partnerships with global and regional logistics providers to ensure performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • Sourcing & Contracting:
    Lead RFPs, negotiations, and contracting activities to secure cost-effective, risk-mitigated logistics solutions.
  • Performance & Cost Optimization:
    Drive efficiency, cost savings, and service quality through benchmarking, TCO analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Risk, Compliance & Sustainability:
    Ensure regulatory compliance (GDP/GMP), manage operational risks, and promote sustainable, ESG-aligned logistics practices

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in
    Supply Chain, Business, Logistics
    , or a related field; a Master's degree or professional certification (
    APICS, CIPS, Lean Six Sigma
    ) is an advantage
  • At least
    7 years' experience
    in procurement or supply chain, with a strong focus on
    logistics and distribution
    in a global or regional environment
  • Proven track record managing
    3PLs, freight forwarders, and warehousing providers
  • Strong
    negotiation, analytical, and project management
    capabilities with a results-driven mindset
  • Excellent
    communication and stakeholder management
    skills across diverse teams and regions
  • Fluency in
    English
    ; additional languages are a plus
  • Experience in the
    pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences
    sector is highly desirable

Benefits

Working with Valneva means being part of a 
global biotech company
 with a clear vision to make a meaningful 
impact in the world
. At Valneva, you can expect a dynamic and 
innovative
 work environment characterized by an open, appreciative company culture and exciting, 
impactful assignments
. Enjoy the benefits of 
flat hierarchies
, an international atmosphere, and regular company events that foster 
collaboration
and connection.

Additionally, we offer:

  • Work Life Balance:
     Flexitime & Compensation days
  • Financial perks:
    Performance-related bonus & Lunch vouchers
  • Lifelong learning:
     Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning & German/English courses for free
  • Health & Wellbeing:
     Free access to sports and fitness activities via myClubs & Office Massages

Join us and shape the future of biotechnology

Due to legal reasons we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary for this position, which is € gross per year based on full-time employment. However our salaries are market oriented and in line with your qualifications and experience.

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