A Day in the Life of the Director Procurement – Material Change Ideation & Governance
As the Director Procurement – Material Change Ideation & Governance, you will drive the end-to-end process for Teva Global Operations (TGO) to identify, prioritize, and govern material change and technology transfer related cost reduction opportunities. Your work will directly support a cross functional process involving global procurement, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain with a strong focus on execution, financial impact, and long-term strategic alignment.
Your primary responsibility will be to develop and lead structured ideation cycles (annual/semi-annual), business casing as well as priorisation to establish and secure the saving pipeline and its implementation progress and ensuring a consistent delivery against the 3-Year Long Range Plan (LRP). The role owner leads the governance process and cooperates closely with teams in manufacturing, finance, supply chain and procurement.
You’ll play a pivotal role in transforming how we manage material costs across direct spend categories (APIs, Excipients, Packaging, Devices, Finished and Semi-Finished Products), helping to drive value through cross-functional alignment, clear governance, and actionable insights.
Who We Are Looking For
You are someone who:
Has a strong background in project governance with a hands-on mindset
Thinks strategically and acts operationally
Communicates confidently with all levels of the organization, including executive leadership
Brings people together across functions and cultures to drive real business outcomes
Has experience working globally in matrix environments
Is passionate about combining data, digital tools, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve long-term impact
Do You Have:
A degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or similar field
7+ years of global project or program management experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical or chemical industry
Experience working with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) frameworks and financial modeling
A track record of successfully managing cost reduction or material change programs
Familiarity with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (certification a plus)
Experience with digital tools and automation in a global context
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and governance capabilities
fluent English skills in written and spoken
