The Senior Manager leads end-to-end procurement strategy for the External Manufacturing category to drive cost efficiency, quality, and innovation
Job Summary
The Senior Manager leads end-to-end procurement strategy for the External Manufacturing category to drive cost efficiency, quality, and innovation.
This role requires partnering with Supply Chain, Quality, R&D, and Legal teams to define sourcing strategies and manage strategic supplier relationships.
Candidates must demonstrate strong commercial acumen to identify value-creation opportunities and proactively address supply and cost risks.
Matching Summary
The Senior Manager leads end-to-end procurement strategy for the External Manufacturing category to drive cost efficiency, quality, and innovation.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Category management strategy development
External manufacturing procurement experience
Complex contract negotiation skills
Cross-functional team collaboration
Cost avoidance and financial forecasting
Nice-to-have
Digital and AI procurement tools proficiency
Sustainable procurement championing
Supplier diversity initiative leadership
Global pharmaceutical industry background
Agile management in complex environments
Key Requirements
Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience
Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred
Experience in Procurement and Category Management
Proficiency in Excel and advanced analytics
Strong presentation and executive communication skills