Senior Category Manager (Procurement)

Job Summary

This role will advise the development of end‑to‑end leadership in the Primary Packaging portfolio for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.

The responsibilities include strategy development, strategic supplier relationship management, and portfolio management across the full lifecycle – from development to commercial and base‑business management.

The candidate may also have future people‑management opportunities as the category evolves.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement end‑to‑end procurement strategies aligned with business and sector needs, including sourcing strategy, negotiations, contract implementation, and performance measurement against defined targets.
• Lead key supplier relationships, communicate changes to category strategy, implement joint initiatives, and supervise contract negotiations with senior supplier executives.
• Collaborate with internal senior stakeholders in Supply Chain and R&D to influence supplier selection for new product introductions and new product initiatives.
• Prioritize and manage a portfolio of procurement initiatives, providing regular updates to Global Procurement Leadership.
• Support the potential evolution of the role to include people‑management responsibilities as the category scope expands.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably in regulated markets such as pharmaceuticals or medical devices.
• Deep experience in Primary Packaging, including contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, pricing, and supplier performance management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost modeling, spend analysis, and performance analytics.
• Demonstrated leadership, vision, and strategy‑setting capabilities with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across business functions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex topics to executive audiences.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams, manage change, and coach personnel.
• Strong negotiation skills, ideally supported by formal training or education.

Education

• Minimum of a bachelor’s or equivalent degree; an MBA or master’s degree is preferred.
• Preferred Skills
• Advanced analytics and business data analysis
• Category management strategy and competitive landscape analysis
• Contract management and cost‑benefit analysis
• Process improvement, risk management, and sustainable procurement
• Technical credibility and vendor selection acumen
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