Position Purpose We are looking for a Senior Specialist, Eggs & Birds Category, to join our Integral Supplier Management team within the Animal Health division at Our Company Salamanca (Spain) or Our Company Millsboro (US). The role supports a critical supply chain for Animal Health Manufacturing, serving as a key interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure effective supplier performance management, operational execution, and continuity of supply. Responsibilities Serve as a subject matter resource for the Eggs & Birds category, supporting supplier and stakeholder engagement to ensure business continuity and operational performance. Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the egg‑based vaccine production process, including process steps, dependencies, and performance drivers. Monitor supplier and flock performance against defined metrics, identify deviations, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to implement corrective actions. Support and manage outsourcing activities with key suppliers to ensure compliance with quality, service, supply, and cost expectations. Lead supplier negotiations and support contract execution in alignment with category strategy and business requirements. Participate in the execution and continuous improvement of the supplier governance model, including performance reviews, action tracking, and escalation management. Partner with procurement, operations, quality, planning, and technical functions to address issues, mitigate risk, and identify opportunities for improvement. Translate performance data and supplier insights into clear recommendations that support decision‑making and category results. Contribute to initiatives focused on process optimization, supplier development, and operational excellence. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Veterinary Science, Science, Manufacturing, or a related discipline. Experience in procurement, supplier management,



outsourcing, or category support in a manufacturing environment. Experience in supplier performance management, negotiation, planning, and execution. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations, preferably in animal health, biopharmaceuticals, food production, or a related regulated industry. English language proficiency required. Travel required: 10–15%. Preferred Qualifications Experience in animal health and/or biopharmaceutical environments, including familiarity with manufacturing, supply chain, and supplier/category management practices. Knowledge of supply chain systems, performance reporting, and operations management practices. Experience in direct materials category sourcing. Strong financial and commercial acumen. Experience working in a matrixed, cross‑functional environment. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Results‑oriented mindset with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Required Skills Adaptability Analytical Thinking Benchmarking Contract Management Data Analytics Driving Continuous Improvement Financial Acumen Influencing Skills Procurement Management Production Planning Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Supplier Selection Supply Chain Processes Vendor Management Salary and Location Salary range: $96,200 – $151,400 (US only; other locations may have different guidelines). Locations: Salamanca (Spain) or Millsboro (US). Equal Employment Opportunity As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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