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Acino

Global Head of Indirect Procurement

Acino

. Build, develop, and lead a high-performing global indirect procurement team across regions .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeAbu Dhabi • United Arab EmiratesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in indirect procurement leadership, strategic tendering, and contract management, with a strong focus on developing high-performing teams and driving process improvements. Proven ability to manage global indirect spend and implement procurement technologies like Coupa to achieve sustainable business value.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Indirect Procurement LeadershipStrategic Tendering ProcessesContract ManagementNegotiation SkillsStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills
Indirect ProcurementContract ManagementProcurement Strategy DevelopmentFinancial Risk AssessmentOperational Risk MitigationGlobal Spend ManagementProcurement Process ImprovementSupplier Relationship ManagementProject LeadershipAnalytical Capabilities
Soft Skills
Results-Driven LeadershipTeam EngagementCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsInfluencing Skills
Tools & Technologies
Coupa
Industry Keywords
Global ProcurementIndirect CategoriesGovernanceBest PracticesCross-Functional ProcessesExecutive Management ReportingContinuous Improvement Mindset

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Build, develop, and lead a high-performing global indirect procurement team across regions
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve global procurement processes to drive efficiency, standardization, and best practices across indirect categories
  • Establish and maintain global policies, guidelines, and governance for indirect procurement
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related financial, operational, contractual, and reputational risks
  • Monitor and strategically manage global indirect spend to deliver sustainable savings, efficiencies, and business value across Arcera
  • Own strategic tendering processes and lead negotiations for business-critical and high-value global projects
  • Lead global contract management and procurement technology implementation, including Coupa
  • Integrate subsidiaries into the global indirect procurement organization and drive harmonization of processes, policies, and guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
  • 10–15 years of relevant experience in indirect procurement within an international environment
  • 4–5+ years of proven leadership experience at a global level
  • Experience working with and reporting to executive management
  • Proven track record of developing and executing long-term indirect procurement strategies
  • Demonstrated experience in building and developing high-performing procurement organizations and teams
  • Results-driven leadership style with the ability to engage, motivate, and lead teams across multiple regions
  • Strong analytical capabilities combined with excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with a solid understanding of cross-functional business processes
  • Ability to influence internal stakeholders and drive adherence to global procurement policies, processes, and guidelines
  • Continuous improvement mindset and ability to act as a challenging, pragmatic, and effective business partner
  • Strong expertise in contract management and project leadership
  • Exceptional negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
  • Fluent in English

Benefits

Comp & perks
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  • Consulting Acino is a pharmaceutical company based in Switzerland, established in 1836, that specializes in developing, manufacturing, and distributing high-quality medicines, particularly for emerging markets. Acino focuses on treating a range of health conditions including acid reflux, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases. The company is committed to sustainability, aiming for full carbon neutrality by 2050, and it pursues partnerships for out-licensing and contract manufacturing to ensure broad accessibility of its medicines. Acino has expanded its operations through strategic acquisitions, such as M8 Pharmaceuticals in Latin America, and is focused on pharmaceutical growth and innovation across regions like Africa, Middle East, and Latin America. The company is dedicated to maintaining high-quality standards in all its activities and works towards environmental, social, and governance goals. Global Head of Indirect Procurement Job not on LinkedIn 🔥 1 hour ago 🏢🏡 Abu Dhabi – Hybrid ⏰ Full Time 🔴 Lead 🛒 Procurement 👻 Ghost score 10% Apply Now Customize resume + cover letter Report problem ☆ Save ☑️ Mark as applied ❌ Hide 📋 Description
  • Build, develop, and lead a high-performing global indirect procurement team across regions
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve global procurement processes to drive efficiency, standardization, and best practices across indirect categories
  • Establish and maintain global policies, guidelines, and governance for indirect procurement
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related financial, operational, contractual, and reputational risks
  • Monitor and strategically manage global indirect spend to deliver sustainable savings, efficiencies, and business value across Arcera
  • Own strategic tendering processes and lead negotiations for business-critical and high-value global projects
  • Lead global contract management and procurement technology implementation, including Coupa
  • Integrate subsidiaries into the global indirect procurement organization and drive harmonization of processes, policies, and guidelines 🎯 Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
  • 10–15 years of relevant experience in indirect procurement within an international environment
  • 4–5+ years of proven leadership experience at a global level
  • Experience working with and reporting to executive management
  • Proven track record of developing and executing long-term indirect procurement strategies
  • Demonstrated experience in building and developing high-performing procurement organizations and teams
  • Results-driven leadership style with the ability to engage, motivate, and lead teams across multiple regions
  • Strong analytical capabilities combined with excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with a solid understanding of cross-functional business processes
  • Ability to influence internal stakeholders and drive adherence to global procurement policies, processes, and guidelines
  • Continuous improvement mindset and ability to act as a challenging, pragmatic, and effective business partner
  • Strong expertise in contract management and project leadership
  • Exceptional negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
  • Fluent in English Apply Now 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Check Resume Score View More Procurement Jobs 🌐 Worldwide Built by Lior Neu-ner. I'd love to hear your feedback — Get in touch via DM or support@remoterocketship.com Search Remote jobs Search Jobs by country Search jobs by city Search jobs by job title Search entry-level jobs Search junior-level jobs Search senior-level jobs Search jobs by tech stack Search jobs by contract type Search remote internships Search remote part-time jobs Remote jobs Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Sales People Anywhere in the World Companies Hiring Software Engineers Anywhere in the World Resources About us Advice Tips for finding remote jobs Interview questions and answers Resume examples Cover letter examples Post a job Affiliates Is Remote Rocketship legit? Privacy policy Terms of service Job board SEO course Remote Job Search MasterClass Resume Review AI Apply Copilot OpenClaw job finder API docs Find jobs using your resume Jobs by Country Remote jobs anywhere in the world (Worldwide remote jobs) Remote jobs United States Remote jobs Australia Remote jobs Brazil Remote jobs Canada Remote jobs France Remote jobs Ireland Remote jobs Germany Remote jobs Netherlands Remote jobs Spain Remote jobs UK Popular Jobs Remote data analyst jobs Remote customer support jobs Remote executive assistant jobs Remote marketing jobs Remote product designer jobs Remote product manager jobs Remote project manager jobs Remote recruiter jobs Remote sales jobs Remote software engineer jobs Jobs by Type Remote full-time jobs Remote part-time jobs Remote contract jobs Remote internship jobs Remote entry-level jobs Remote jobs with no experience required Remote junior jobs (1-3 years of experience) Digital nomad jobs Remote jobs with no degree required Freelance remote jobs Temporary remote jobs Remote jobs hiring now Stay at home mom jobs