Sourcing & Vendor Management Intern (Internship - 12 months)

Debiopharm is privately-owned Swiss biopharmaceutical company committed to research in oncology and infectious diseases in order to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Debiopharm International SA aims to develop innovative therapies via our unique “development only” business model, acting as a bridge between disruptive discovery products and patient access in international markets. At Debiopharm you will be at the forefront of the fight against cancer and infectious diseases through working on innovative medicines for patients. Join our team at Debiopharm where together, we innovate, we impact, and we grow.

For newly created Sourcing and Vendor Management Department within R&D-Clinical Operations based at our Headquarters in Lausanne, we are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a motivated and talented

 

Sourcing & Vendor Management Intern

Contract type : Internship                                                               Duration : 12 months

 

Our Sourcing & Vendor Management department is in charge of R&D vendor management by establishing robust sourcing processes, strategizing procurement practices, managing contracts, and enhancing Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) to guarantee unparalleled excellence from our clinical and pre-clinical partners.

 

In this light, we seek a dynamic intern ready to drive a variety of initiatives aimed at embedding both internal and external Change Management and Transformation, thereby achieving our ambitious goals for R&D sourcing. This position is ideal for a passionate and energetic young graduate, eager to significantly influence the evolution of our sourcing approach.

Your responsibilities will be but not limited to:

• Play an integral role in shaping, implementing and executing the Action Plan for change management of our new Sourcing & Vendor Management strategy.
• Assist in analyzing objectives of internal stakeholders and profiling of external stakeholders to design and implement effective strategies.
• Assist and contribute to the analysis of R&D categories with diverse Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
• Support the creation and distribution of communication materials and the organization of events aimed at stakeholders.
• Engage in internal communications initiatives, including training sessions, management meetings, and the establishment of events like "Sourcing Breakfast" to Clinical Operations and any other internal department at Debiopharm.
• Support the development of new guidance materials, tools, and templates for Sourcing and Vendor Management.
• Proactively support the implementation and execution of the Sourcing Strategy by:
  • Engaging in sourcing processes and activities such as identifying and selecting new external partners (RFx, evaluations, contract management) to improve efficiency and reduce costs,
  • Analyzing procurement costs and budgets,
  • Contributing to the creation of a Sourcing Database including key cost drivers for benchmarking and KPIs,
  • Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to raise awareness of the new Sourcing Process,
  • Ensuring compliance with Debiopharm policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations.

Your profile

• MSc in Procurement, Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
• Previous experience in a similar role is highly advantageous.
• A strong interest in procurement and change management.
• Natural ability to network and build relationships.
• Fluent in French and English.
• Proficient financial skills and comfort with numbers.
• Excellent presentation skills.

Debiopharm offers employees:

• International, highly dynamic environment with a long-term vision.
• Cross-functional collaboration at the forefront of the most advanced scientific developments in oncology and anti-bacterial industry.
• Exposure to a wide variety of areas and functions within clinical development and the pharmaceutical industry.
• Participation in a company where innovation, people and entrepreneurship are the fundamental keys to success.
• Proud to be an Equal-Pay certified, we ensure offering to all our employees the same opportunities.

The use of external staffing agencies or recruiters requires prior approval from our Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Department at Debiopharm requests external staffing agencies or recruiters not to contact Debiopharm employees or members of the Board of Directors directly in an attempt to present candidates.

Submission of unsolicited resumes in advance of an agreement between the Human Resources Department and the external staffing agency or recruiter does not create any implied obligation on the part of Debiopharm.

Debiopharm will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates themselves for either current or future positions.