Category Manager External Manufacturing Drug Product, Finished Goods

As a first-tier supplier to our renowned business partner F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. in Basel, we are currently looking for a motivated and dedicated Category Manager External Manufacturing Drug Product, Finished Goods for a temporary assignment of 6-9 months. As the Category Manager, you will be globally accountable for developing comprehensive procurement strategies and leading strategic initiatives within the External Manufacturing Drug Product, Finished Goods Category. This is a high-impact role requiring deep category expertise and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills to deliver significant business value and meet ambitious savings targets. You will be a key member of the Category Management team, responsible for the effective end-to-end management of the category using the established Roche category management approach. Tasks & Responsibilities - Global Strategy: Develop, implement, and maintain a formalized Global Category Strategy and related content/buying guides. - Sourcing Leadership: Lead strategic sourcing and CDMO site selection initiatives, including due diligence processes. - Negotiation & Contracting: Drive high-value price negotiations and be accountable for the contracting of CMO (Contract Manufacturing Organization) agreements. - Stakeholder & Supplier Management: Proactively engage and partner with senior business stakeholders, regional Procurement teams, and manage key CMO suppliers through robust SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) activities. - Value Delivery: Deliver high-value savings targets through strategic sourcing, demand management, process re-engineering, and supplier performance/innovation activities. - Category Expertise: Apply deep category subject matter knowledge, strategic agility, and influencing skills to align stakeholders and ensure successful strategy implementation. Must-Haves - University degree in a scientific or business field, or similar qualification - Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in CMO Management or procurement within the CMO space - Proven experience working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) regulated environment - Significant experience in negotiating and contracting with CMOs - Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders - Fluency in written and spoken English is essential - Strong analytical capabilities and strategic thinking - Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace Benefits - Work with modern and up-to-date tools in an innovative work environment - Experience a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion and where all employees feel valued - Benefit from financial support for your professional development plans - Take advantage of unbeatable, year-round discounts at renowned retailers and over 200 top brands - Benefit from fleet discounts when purchasing new cars or receive constant fuel discounts with our fuel card - Become part of one of the most prestigious pharmaceutical companies and actively shape the future of healthcare - Work on a state-of-the-art campus featuring green spaces, meeting areas, and an inspiring atmosphere - Take advantage of attractive fitness and swimming pool facilities or the gaming room as a creative retreat - Enjoy a selection of high-quality meals in modern staff restaurants - As part of a sustainable mobility concept, on-site parking spaces are available to you, provided you meet the relevant qualifications - Start with a professional onboarding process and a thorough introduction to your new role during the Welcome Days Are you interested? Don't hesitate and submit your complete application documents online today. We look forward to hearing from you Wir wertschätzen Vielfalt und begrüssen daher alle Bewerbungen - unabhängig von Geschlecht, sozialer Herkunft, Religion, Alter und Identität. Zur leichteren Lesbarkeit und besseren Verständlichkeit verwenden wir nur eine Gender-Form. Selbstverständlich sind im jeweiligen Kontext alle Genderformen gleichermassen gemeint. Kontakt Kristof Wildmann Arbeitsort Basel Pensum 100% Position Mitarbeiter Branche Projektleitung + Management