Global Category Buyer External Manufacturing
Location : Barcelona - Spain
Type of work : Hybrid
Full time
As our Global Category Buyer External Manufacturing, you'll be at the forefront of our external manufacturing procurement, driving value and efficiency while building strong relationships with our Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs). Your responsibilities will include:
Main responsibilities
* Lead sourcing of goods and services within External manufacturing & Supply activities.
* Execute and implement contracts / agreements with CDMOs (Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations).
* Develop, implement, and optimize sourcing strategies supporting internal stakeholders, based on supplier, technology, and market intelligence, following global category management guidance.
* Conduct supplier and technology market analysis, including benchmarking reviews as needed.
* Collaborate with the Sanofi Procurement sourcing team and Business Partners to develop innovative category and sub-category strategies with measurable benefits.
* Consolidate business needs to develop action plans, negotiate, and facilitate implementation specific to each category or sub-category.
* Ensure the execution of sourcing plans aligned with global strategy and regional/country needs.
* Achieve world-class total savings objectives.
* Maintain procurement technical excellence in areas such as TCO, SRM, Market Intelligence, Risk Management, Innovation, CSR, HSE, compliance, and quality.
* Manage Business Reviews with key suppliers as mandated by management.
About you
* Experience: Minimum 5 years of procurement experience within the pharmaceutical industry, preferably with exposure to Drug Product.
* Negotiation Skills: Exceptional negotiation abilities to secure favorable terms.
* Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
* Financial Knowledge: Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
* Technical Skills: Knowledge of procurement systems, processes, legal aspects, SLAs, KPIs.
* Data Analysis & Reporting: Proficiency with data analysis tools for strategic decision-making.
* Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree required.
* Language Skills: Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a plus.
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