Global Category Manager - CRO (Director)

Poste

Temps plein

Permanent

Director

Modalités

Zurich, Switzerland

100%

CHF 177,400.00 - CHF 243,980.00

Exigences

13+ ans d'exp.

Bachelor

Permis UE/AELE

Rémunération

CHF 177,400.00 - CHF 243,980.00

Description

Global Category Manager: CRO(Contract Research Organizations)

Job Summary

The Global Category Management for Contract Research Organizations (CRO) is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing and procurement activities for all CRO services with greater than 600 Million USD annual spend, required for Clinical Development across Takeda. This role involves developing and implementing global category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-saving initiatives while ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance. The incumbent will collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, procurement, quality assurance, and finance to align category strategies with business objectives.

Responsabilités

Develop and implement comprehensive global category strategies for Takeda CRO services.
Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
Align category strategies with overall business goals and Takeda objectives across functions and regions.
Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for CRO services.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliability, quality, and innovation.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing and service levels.
Lead global sourcing initiatives to drive cost savings and value creation.
Develop and manage the annual demand plan with the business for CRO.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs).
Mentor and develop a global team of procurement professionals.

Exigences

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 13 years of experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain management, with a focus on Clinical Development in the pharmaceutical industry.
Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
Excellent analytical, financial, and strategic thinking abilities.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.
Knowledge of industry regulations and quality standards.
Proficiency in procurement software and tools such as Cirtuo, Ariba and SAP.

Technologies

CirtuoAribaSAP

Avantages

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Entreprise

Takeda

Pharmaceuticals