Procurement Specialist - Fleet, Travel and Facilities

At Hovione, we help partners turn scientific innovation into medicines that reach patients around the world. For more than 65 years, we have connected science and technology to scale complex ideas into high-quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.

As an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates and drug products across the full life cycle. We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting. But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do — it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.

Our people are the reason for our success. We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges. We believe that an inclusive environment — where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute — is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long‑term sustainable success.

And as we grow, so do the opportunities for our people to develop, broaden their perspectives and build meaningful careers. Because at Hovione, better starts with those who choose to make a difference every day. Will you be one of them?

We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead the strategic and operational management of our company car fleet, corporate travel and on site facilities categories. This role is responsible for delivering cost-effective, compliant, and sustainable mobility solutions aligned with business needs and corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for company fleet, corporate travel and facilities (leasing, rental, fuel, mobility services, travel management companies, airlines, hotels, catering, cleaning, security and related services).
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management to ensure optimal commercial terms, service quality, sustainability, and risk mitigation.

• Manage vendor performance through defined KPIs, service level agreements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, financial controls, HSE requirements, and sustainability objectives.

• Oversee purchasing processes including requisition approval, PO management, budget tracking, and cost reporting.

• Create transparent, efficient processes that enhance internal customer experience while ensuring policy adherence.

• Collaborate closely with HR, Finance, HSE, Legal, and site leadership to align mobility and travel solutions with business requirements.

• Monitor spend, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive operational efficiencies across fleet and travel programs.

• Develop contingency and risk management plans to ensure uninterrupted mobility and travel support.

• Contribute to the annual procurement business plan and manage the associated budget for fleet and travel categories.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement or category management within complex, highly regulated industries, preferably in large multinational organisations.

• Demonstrated experience managing procurement activities in a pharmaceutical manufacturing or similarly regulated environment is highly desirable.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders in a project-based or matrix organisation.

• Strong commercial acumen with a solid understanding of procurement principles, category management, and supplier governance, including contract negotiation.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with a track record of delivering results and exceeding performance targets in parallel workstreams.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English required; confident in managing processes, systems, and procurement tools.

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the application or interview process, please contact us, and we will be happy to assist.

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