GFS Europe was established in 2002 and is the financial shared services centre for Pfizer’s European business operations. The centre supports multiple Pfizer business units across nineteen European countries and employs over 270 personnel. It is a centre of excellence for the following financial services

RESPONSIBILITIES

> Receive complex Ariba requisitions, prioritise and set up purchase orders on software system such as Ariba / Oracle for complex and routine orders or for critical / rush orders as assigned.
· Confirm / obtain price and delivery information from supplier.

· Place POs via phone and / or send POs via Ariba ASN, FAX, print and mail when applicable.

· Contact internal customers to clarify or provide information as necessary such as to obtain acceptable substitute product or sourcing information.

· Complete procurement justification form for POs >$100,000 USD in accordance with established guidelines

· Liaise with other Purchasing personnel to ensure smooth delivery of business transactions.

· Dealing with Procurement related inquiries (supplier and client), addressing or redirecting as appropriate.
· Resolve purchase order discrepancies as identified on Match Queue Exception Report (MQE); implement permanent solutions to prevent recurrence.

· Correct the purchase order or resolve issue working with the supplier, internal customer, or others as applicable.

· Resolve quality or service issues with appropriate person; escalate to appropriate contact when necessary.

· Inform supervisor of unusual problems such as numerous back orders or a growth in problem resolution issues.

Requirements:

· Third level education preferred

· 2-3 years experience with Procurement processes, administration, terminology, category knowledge, and advanced error resolution methods.

· Fluent in English is essential and preference for second European language (German or French)

· Strong computer skills. i.e. MS Word, Excel, Oracle & Ariba

· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to show great attention to detail.

· Problem solving skills

· Ability to work in a team environment.

· Ability to prioritise and self manage time and work duties

· Ability to meet deadlines