. JOB SUMMARY This position supports the scientific & clinical procurement function as part of NA Procurement group by analyzing, developing and challenging all aspects of new and ongoing clinical trials. The position works closely with Swiftwater Site Lead and Scientific Manager to assess and manage all outsourcing needs in support of Phase I through Phase IV studies, including particular categories / markets such as Central Labs, IVRS, CROs, Central Medical Reading etc � and other related vaccine trial outsourcing. The Jr Buyer must have working knowledge of all market areas to function as a generalist within Scientific & Clinical Procurement. In addition, the position will assist the Managers on special projects and will be responsible to assist across multiple categories with strong recommended project management abilities and detail oriented. The procurement function aims at enabling the client's strategy by leveraging the supplier markets and delivering added value throughout operations performed within Central, Global, and Regional Units, pillars of its organization. The Central Unit is in charge of setting a vision and objectives aligned with the strategy of client and insuring function excellence by identifying and implementing the most advanced best practices in Resource Management, Sourcing, Process & System, Communication and Performance Analysis. Global Procurement Units is in charge of designing and implementing the procurement strategies per category aligned with the business LRPs through a worldwide network of lead buyers and category managers. Regional Procurement Units is in charge of executing and implementing the global purchasing strategies locally, developing active relationships with regional and local stakeholders, and contributing to the integration of the newly acquired business. These units have a common goal of business partnering, managed at strategic and operational levels, designed to set deep Think Strategically � Demonstrates a deep understanding of trends and facts that impact our business. � Being able to influence decisions. � Translates agreed strategies into clear, tangible and actionable plans and initiatives. Act for Change � Creatively challenges the status quo to find new ways of working, responsive decision making. � Looks for the opportunities that arise during times of change. Lead Teams � Empowers teams to face challenges, make decisions and take action. � Develops staff skills, critical time management skills, cross functional project Management skills, strong management/leadership skills. Strive for Results � Sets ambitious, tangible and measurable targets. � Being a Mastery of sourcing techniques and processes, Mastery of procurement tools and processes and Mastery in contract management. � Aware of Ethics and Policies. � Takes personal responsibility for achieving results: understands the Big Picture and the good understanding of clients needs. Develop People � Understands evolving people and organizational needs delegating and created by the changing business and scientific environment. � Learns � and provides opportunities for others to learn � from experience. Cooperate Transversally � Shares relevant information openly. � Develops and maintains effective cross-functional working relationships and partnerships. Make Decisions � Makes decisions when needed; even if the outcomes are difficult or sensitive. � Takes responsibility for decisions and accepts accountability for results. Commit to customers � Actively works to gain genuine understanding of the projects and customers� perspective. � Strives to build mutually beneficial solutio