ph3Country Procurement Operations Lead - Italy /h3 h3About the Opportunity /h3 pOur client is a leading global business within the bpharmaceutical sector /b, recognised for delivering critical healthcare products and technologies that support patients and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Operating across manufacturing, research, and commercial environments, the organisation is committed to operational excellence, innovation, compliance, and continuous improvement across its international supply chain network.
/p pAs part of its ongoing investment in procurement transformation and operational excellence, the company is seeking an experienced bCountry Procurement Operations Lead /b to oversee procurement operations in Italy and act as the key procurement representative across the local organisation.
/p pThis is an excellent opportunity for a procurement leader who thrives in complex, multinational environments and is looking to influence strategic initiatives, lead high-performing teams, and drive operational excellence at both country and global levels.
/p h3The Role /h3 pReporting into the wider Global Procurement organisation, you will lead the Italian Procurement Operations team and serve as the primary procurement representative for local stakeholders, suppliers, auditors, and business leadership.
/p pYou will play a pivotal role in driving procurement transformation, embedding best-practice processes, and ensuring procurement operations fully support the organisation's strategic objectives.
/p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Procurement Leadership /h3 ul liLead and develop the Country Procurement Operations team in Italy.
/li liAct as the senior local representative for the Procurement function across internal and external stakeholder groups.
/li liBuild strong partnerships with manufacturing, supply chain, finance,



and business leaders to deliver procurement objectives.
/li liRepresent procurement during interactions with suppliers, auditors, and other external parties.
/li /ul h3Operational Excellence Transformation /h3 ul liDrive the implementation of global procurement transformation programmes and operational excellence initiatives across the Italian business.
/li liLead change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new processes and ways of working.
/li liSupport the continuous improvement of procurement operations and governance frameworks.
/li liEnsure procurement activities remain aligned with both local business requirements and global strategic priorities.
/li /ul h3Performance Compliance /h3 ul liOwn procurement reporting and performance management processes, ensuring accurate and timely submission of key operational metrics.
/li liMonitor procurement efficiency, effectiveness, and quality standards.
/li liLead collaboration with audit teams and ensure full compliance across the Source-to-Pay process.
/li liDrive adherence to procurement policies, controls, and regulatory requirements.
/li /ul h3Project Stakeholder Management /h3 ul liLead and support local procurement projects aligned to broader business objectives.
/li liEnsure procurement initiatives are effectively integrated into operational processes.
/li liWork cross-functionally to identify opportunities for improvement, cost optimisation, and risk mitigation.




/li liInfluence stakeholders at all levels to support procurement-led business outcomes.
/li /ul h3About You /h3 pWe are looking for a commercially minded procurement professional with strong leadership capabilities and experience operating within complex, international organisations.
/p pYou will bring: /p ul li5+ years' experience in a procurement or supply chain leadership position.
/li liStrong experience across direct and indirect procurement categories.
/li liExposure to multinational environments with complex stakeholder networks.
/li liSound understanding of Source-to-Pay processes, procurement governance, and compliance requirements.
/li liProven experience driving operational improvement and procurement transformation programmes.
/li liStrong negotiation, supplier management, contract management, and risk management capabilities.
/li liExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
/li liStrong analytical capabilities with experience interpreting operational and supply chain data to support decision-making.
/li liDemonstrated project management and people leadership experience.
/li /ul h3What's on Offer?
/h3 ul liA highly visible leadership role within a leading pharmaceutical organisation.
/li liThe opportunity to influence procurement strategy and operations at country level.
/li liExposure to global procurement transformation initiatives and senior international stakeholders.
/li liA collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and professional development.
/li liThe chance to play a key role in shaping procurement performance within a complex and highly regulated industry.
/li /ul pbLocation: /b Verona Area, Italy.
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📌 Country Procurement Operations Lead (Verona)
🏢 Dsj Global
📍 Verona