GSK IBL - Global Manufacturing & Supply (GMS) Procurement Associate (Boronia)

• 12 month paid internship commencing in Jan 2018
• Gain invaluable industry experience
• Work in an organisation that makes a difference

Our pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Boronia is GSK's largest manufacturing facility in the Southern Hemisphere exporting to over 30 markets around the world. It is also the fourth-largest sterile facility housing a state-of-the-art Blow-Fill-Seal production line. Blow-Fill-Seal uses innovative technology for advanced antiseptic liquid medicines.

Being a member of the Procurement team, you not only liaise with the Australian and NZ businesses, but you will also support the Sourcing Group Managers in Asia Pacific projects. You will be sourcing products and services which will make an impact on how efficient and effective GSK delivers it pharmaceutical and consumer products to the world. By working in Procurement, you will leave having a great understanding of how a global organisation operates which will indeed benefit you in your career aspirations.

In this role, you will:

• Manage/facilitate procurement projects and develop strategies for implementation.
• Participate in supplier engagement and gain an understanding of their business operations.
• Analyse tender activities and potential supplier information, providing recommendations where appropriate.
• Support contract negotiation and preparation.
• Assist in supplier improvement programs.
• Update the monthly metrics board, comparing data/trends

Candidate Characteristics:

• You must be in your penultimate year of a Bachelors Degree in Business/Commerce, Supply Chain, Logistics. Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineer students may also be considered.
• An interest in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry is favourable
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly Analytical
• Initiative and an eagerness to learn
• High attention to detail, rigor and process
• Excellent project management, to manage and prioritise multiple ongoing projects
• Ability to quickly build strong internal & external networks
• Strategic thinking and problem solving skills

About GSK

GSK is a science-led healthcare company, with a proud history in Australia dating back to 1886. Our mission is to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. Preventing and treating disease is challenging and inspiring work. We support, develop and reward the people that make-up our talented workforce. Our diverse business is made up of distinct areas: Pharmaceuticals (including vaccines) and Consumer Healthcare.

Why work for GSK?

• Gain real work experience that will put you at a competitive advantage to your peers
• Work in a highly collaborative, supportive work culture with people who enjoy what they do.
• Gain additional training outside of your work
• Be a part of a community of other IBL students & form real friendships

How can you apply?

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• In your application you must include your Australian work right status, University name, Bachelor Degree, expected completion date and current stage of degree. Applications without this information will not be considered.
• Please note, eligibility criteria states you must be in the penultimate year of your Bachelor degree, in the relevant discipline. Full Australian working rights are required prior to application.
• Visit our career website to find out more about GSK program.

Any specific questions can be made directly to Sarah Wilde at GSK at sarah.x.wilde@gsk.com.

Applications close 1 September 2017.