Direct Category Manager - Schleswig-Holstein
BioTalent is partnered with a global pharmaceutical company to support the hire of a (Senior) Direct Category Manager, specialising in strategic procurement across packaging and contract manufacturing.
This role will offer you:
* Ownership of global category strategies in a growing pharma business
* Influence over strategic sourcing and supplier management
* Cross-functional collaboration on international supply chain projects
* A key role in building a centralised procurement function
* International travel opportunities (approx. 15–20%)
You will be responsible for:
* Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for primary packaging and contract manufacturing
* Develop and implement global category strategies, including contract negotiation and risk management
* Drive cost optimisation and support the centralisation of procurement operations across the organisation
Requirements:
* Degree in Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field
* 5+ years’ experience in international procurement, ideally in pharma
* Strategic and operational purchasing experience
* Strong communicator with excellent negotiation skills
* Fluent in German and English; willing to travel internationally
Please apply/email your resume with your availability to Duncan.johnston@biotalent.com to have a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
BioTalent Ltd are acting as an employment agency in relation to this opportunity.