Senior Category Manager Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API)

DAS UNTERNEHMEN
An established organization is seeking to fill a key, strategic role in its API management portfolio. Operating on a global level, collaborating cross-functionally, and engaging in strategic decision-making to secure sustainable and competitive supply and product quality, the Senior Category Manager plays a pivotal role in a versatile mission.

IHRE AUFGABEN
Responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for complex, global procurement categories, with a strong emphasis on accelerating time-to-market, adopting emerging technologies, ensuring sustainable long-term decisions, and driving competitiveness and efficiency. Actively manage supplier relationships to ensure consistent supply for high-priority product lines, while continuously monitoring market dynamics to identify potential risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies. Lead cross-functional initiatives aimed at innovating procurement processes, achieving cost optimization, and maintaining compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory standards. Support strategic negotiations alongside senior procurement leadership to strengthen market positioning and drive value creation. Provide insights through demand analysis and market research to ensure supply strategies are aligned with organizational needs. Contribute expertise and fresh perspectives to cross-category initiatives and play a key role in successfully delivering complex, cross-functional projects.

IHR PROFIL
Master’s degree or Diploma in a relevant field such as chemistry or business administration, with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical research and development processes. Extensive experience in category management and leading international teams. In-depth knowledge of the global API market for pharmaceutical products, coupled with expertise in stakeholder and risk management. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally. Willingness to travel occasionally, approximately 15% of working time, and fluency in English.

BENEFITS
High-impact role with global reach and responsibility. Great opportunity to shape company sourcing strategies in the area of API & CDMO. Working in a globally-renown, employee-centric organization with excellent social benefits.