Manager External Manufacturing Category

Johnson & Johnson

Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium
Hybrid
6 years professional experience
Category management strategy
Supplier negotiation skills
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager for External Manufacturing Category to lead procurement strategy and supplier management in support of their Innovative Medicine division. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a focus on driving cost efficiency and supplier relationships

Job Summary

  • This role supports the end-to-end procurement strategy to deliver cost efficiency, quality, innovation, and sustainability outcomes for Johnson & Johnson's Innovative Medicine division.
  • The Manager partners closely with Supply Chain, Quality, R&D, Legal, and Finance stakeholders to shape supply bases and drive supplier relationships.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to make difficult decisions timely while managing commercial, supply, quality, and regulatory risks.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager for External Manufacturing Category to lead procurement strategy and supplier management in support of their Innovative Medicine division. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a focus on driving cost efficiency and supplier relationships.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6 years professional experience
  • Category management strategy
  • Supplier negotiation skills
  • Cross-functional project leadership
  • Data analysis for sourcing

Nice-to-have

  • Digital and AI tools familiarity
  • Sustainable procurement mindset
  • Innovation project management
  • Strong presentation abilities
  • Agile adaptability in fast environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Supply Chain
  • Minimum 6 years relevant professional experience
  • MBA or Master's degree preferred

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