Manager, Category Manager – Primary Packing, Non-Injectables
Core
Develop global procurement strategies and secure collaborative partnerships for primary packaging non-injectables materials (films, foils, bottles, caps, resins, trays, pouches) to achieve cost savings and performance targets.
Role type
Manager, Category Management (Procurement)
Builds
Global procurement strategies and supplier partnerships for primary packaging non-injectables
Domain
Pharmaceutical industry / Primary Packaging / Procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Global procurement strategy, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, project management, market analysis, cost and financial assessment, change management, stakeholder management, strategic thinking, innovative problem-solving
Preferred skills
Pharmaceutical industry knowledge, sustainability/ESG integration, data analytics, executive presence
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement processes and develop global strategies; Build annual strategic plans aligning with business goals; Lead cross-functional teams to inform decision-making; Define strategic value drivers with key suppliers; Integrate sustainability and ESG measures into category strategies; Lead Supplier Management & Innovation (SMI) strategies; Develop risk mitigation strategies; Ensure effective project management from initiation to completion; Own negotiation preparation and lead negotiations with key suppliers
Seniority
Manager, strategic leadership
