Outsourcing Placement for Business Students
by Mundipharma Research
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About Mundipharma Research
Based on the Cambridge Science Park, we provide world class research services to the Mundipharma/Napp Group of independent associated pharmaceutical companies throughout Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. With an international reputation for innovative research, we successfully and continuously improve the lives of our patients by discovering and developing new therapeutic products.
Outsourcing Placement – Cambridge, UK and Limburg, Germany
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to join a team of professionals responsible for outsourcing the company’s international pharmaceutical R&D work, and dedicated to achieving excellence in all that they do. This varied and stimulating placement offers broad opportunities, including a 6 month secondment at Mundipharma Research GmbH & Co. KG in Limburg, Germany. There will be scope to learn alongside experienced professionals in areas including vendor assessment and selection, proposal and cost analysis, contract negotiation and management, vendor market intelligence, relationship management, project cost forecasting and ongoing financial analysis.
Broad purpose of job
As a member of the Outsourcing team work with colleagues from the UK and Germany to assist in vendor selection, contract management and invoice processing.
Specific duties & responsibilities
Vendor Selection, Contract Negotiation & Performance Management
Work with established processes and tools to ensure the company attracts and selects vendors who meet the agreed specification. Assist with preparing requests for proposal and developing project scopes for outsourced work. Assist with negotiation in order to finalise contracts that meet company and vendor criteria. Assist with the management of vendor performance.
Relationship Management
Work towards building and maintaining high-value external and internal professional relationships in order to maximise the benefits of the outsourcing strategy and objectives, balancing the needs of internal customers, external vendors, and the team.
Communication
Work to promote awareness and understanding of customer requirements and team responsibilities to improve cross-functional dialogue. Work within internal and external networks to maximise the flow of information and build local and global industry awareness.
Invoice Processing
Work with established processes, tools and resources for payment checking and reconciliations in accordance with contracts.
Personal Development
Commit to the management of own personal development in order to continuously improve self and the contribution to the organisation.
Departmental Improvements
Assist with the continuous improvement and development of department systems and
processes.
Additional Responsibilities
Undertake any other reasonable activities as required by the Outsourcing Manager.
What we will offer you
- Experience of the pharmaceutical industry and an insight into career options for the future.
- Professional development and comprehensive training.
- The chance to gain a deeper understanding of all aspects of outsourcing.
- Work that is of practical value and worthwhile to the Company.
- International work experience in Germany.
- A competitive salary, non-contractual bonus and private medical care.
What we expect from you
We are seeking an individual who is currently studying for a business-related degree and looking for a one year work placement. The successful candidate should have excellent communication and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and a problem solving attitude. The role involves building strong relationships across the business internationally and you will therefore be a committed team player mindful of cultural differences with a strong customer focus, have excellent interpersonal and written skills, and have the ability to establish credibility with people at all levels of the organisation. A strong aptitude in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint would be very valuable.
How to Apply
Please send your CV, together with a covering letter to Sarah-Kate Atkins, HR Department, Mundipharma Research Limited, Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road, Cambridge, CB4 0AB
or email sarah-kate.atkins@mundipharma-rd.eu.
*Interviews will be held at our Cambridge office on Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th and Friday 20th March 2015.
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