Global Category Manager – Secondary Packaging & Data Analytics
ferring.co.jp
Service Center, Portugal
Global sourcing and category strategies
Data-driven decision making
Stakeholder and business partnership
The Global Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing and category strategies for secondary packaging materials while acting as a data-driven business partner
Job Summary
The Global Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing and category strategies for secondary packaging materials while acting as a data-driven business partner.
Ferring offers an inclusive support package for family building, including parental leave and extended support for all employees regardless of location or role.
The company values collaboration, diversity, and innovation to make a difference in patients' lives worldwide.
Matching Summary
The Global Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing and category strategies for secondary packaging materials while acting as a data-driven business partner.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Global sourcing and category strategies
Data-driven decision making
Stakeholder and business partnership
Supplier relationship and risk management
Advanced analytics and AI tools
Cross-functional project leadership
Nice-to-have
Entrepreneurial and innovative mindset
Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
Continuous improvement orientation
Fluent English and additional languages
Key Requirements
3–7 years procurement or category management experience
Academic degree in Engineering, Economics, Supply Chain or related field
Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device industries
Strong analytical skills with large datasets and BI tools
Proven project management in global multicultural environment