• Company:
    Genzyme
  • Location:
    Framingham, MA
  • Job Status/Type:
    Full Time
    Employee
  • Job Category:
    Logistics/Transportation
  • Industry:
    Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals
  • Occupations:
    Purchasing
  • Career Level:
    Executive (SVP, VP, Department Head, etc)
  • Work Experience:
    10+ to 15 Years
  • Education:
    Bachelor's Degree
Contact Information
  • Company:
    Genzyme
  • Reference Code:
    72770
About Us

Associate Director, Procure to Pay

Position Description

Genzyme Corporation, ranked as one of the foremost biotechnology companies in the world, is committed to providing an exceptional environment in which individuals can excel, and achieve their professional and personal goals. Genzyme's people and culture have been consistently recognized for excellence. For example, we have been named several times to Fortune's list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the United States. We also consistently rank among the top employers for scientists in surveys of Science readers. Genzyme's local offices and facilities in Europe and other parts of the world have earned similar distinction as respected employers. By applying for a position with Genzyme, you are taking the first step toward becoming a part of our dynamic and talented team, and sharing in our continued success.

Manages a team of employees focused on the Procure to Pay function at Genzyme specifically Supplier data cleansing, maintenance and support. Provide guidance and direction to team.

This position leads decision-making based on strong analysis of long range impact and benefit to the Procure to Pay functions, corporate goals and industry best practice.
Oversees process improvement projects focused on Finance Operations/Procure to Pay. Responsibilities include: developing and managing a variety of complex projects through project life cycle methodology, implementing the tools necessary to support the business through ERP implementation and future state. Lead and facilitate cross-functional improvement teams on a local and global basis.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Leads/manages a team of data coordinators supporting the Finance Operations/Procure to Pay function.
    o Providing strategic planning and guidance as well as daily coordination, support and feedback
  • Develops and leads multiple complex projects for Finance Operations via project life cycle methodology.
  • Manages Project Scope, Design, Risks and Change Control processing
  • Develops and administers project plan, including objectives, budgets (costs), schedules (resource requirements), performance measurements, leads routine meeting and communication requirements
  • Develop and maintain overall project and process documentation, including Business Rules, Policies, SOP's while meeting audit requirements.

    Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years experience in Procurement, Accounts Payable and Project Management

    Preferred Experience:
  • Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
  • Outstanding analytical skills
  • Outstanding communication & presentation skills.
  • Successful Project Management experience in matrix environment
  • Experience leading multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong organization, time management and decision-making skills
  • Outstanding interpersonal and negotiation skills, ability to work naturally/well in a team environment and across functional areas
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Visio and Excel
  • General knowledge of Procurement systems, Accounts Payable, Data Maintenance
  • Strong knowledge of ERP systems
  • Health Care Industry experience *MN

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