Senior Category Manager (Logistics)
Core
Develop and execute multi-year logistics category strategies for transportation, distribution, and 4PL services across the Americas to support a regulated pharmaceutical supply chain.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Logistics)
Builds
Strategic sourcing roadmaps, commercial agreements, and supplier performance management systems for high-value logistics services.
Domain
Pharmaceuticals / Logistics Procurement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Category strategy development, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, market intelligence analysis, regulatory compliance (FDA, DOT, GDP), stakeholder influence, cost optimization, risk management
Preferred skills
MBA, CPSM/CSCP/CIPS/Lean Six Sigma certifications, regulated industry background (pharma/biotech), digital procurement platform experience, data visualization tools
Technologies
SAP Ariba, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Teams, Copilot
Responsibilities
Develop and execute multi-year logistics category strategies; lead complex sourcing events including RFPs and negotiations; manage strategic supplier partnerships and performance; influence senior stakeholders on trade-offs and recommendations; drive sustainability initiatives and cost transparency.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC