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Senior Manager IM EMEA Agile Procurement

Beerse, TurnhoutFull-time2026-10-23 → 2026-10-29

Core

Shape and lead procurement strategy and execution for the Innovative Medicine EMEA business, acting as a trusted advisor to senior commercial and functional leaders to drive enterprise value creation and operational excellence.

Role type

Senior Manager, Strategic Procurement (Innovative Medicine)

Builds

Regional procurement strategies, supplier ecosystems, and transformation initiatives for the Innovative Medicine business in EMEA.

Domain

Healthcare / Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical

Required skills

Strategic sourcing, executive stakeholder management, supplier ecosystem design, business acumen, regional leadership, procurement transformation, financial analysis, risk management, negotiation, mentoring

Preferred skills

MBA or Master's degree, Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences industry experience, Agile Procurement model experience, AI-enabled procurement initiatives

Technologies

Agile Procurement model, AI-enabled tools

Responsibilities

Shape regional procurement strategies supporting commercial objectives; Partner with Category Leaders to align global and regional strategies; Lead complex, multi-market sourcing programs and strategic negotiations; Drive procurement transformation and digital enablement; Mentor and develop procurement professionals; Represent Procurement in leadership forums.

Seniority

Senior Manager, Regional Leadership