Category Manager External Manufacturing Drug Product

vor 1 Tag

Basel Metropolitan Area, Schweiz ELAN Personal AG Vollzeit CHF 90'000 - CHF 120'000 pro Jahr

Roche Switzerland bridges the gap between pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. Important research and development functions are located here. For our long-term client, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG in Basel, we are looking for a

Category Manager External Manufacturing Drug Product

Background:

The Category Manager, External Manufacturing Drug Product & Finished Goods, develops and executes global procurement strategies to drive category performance and savings. As part of the Category Management team, the role leads strategic initiatives, partners with senior business stakeholders and regional Procurement, and manages supplier relationships. The Manager is responsible for creating and implementing Category Strategies, buying guides, and performance plans aligned with Roche's category management framework.

Key responsibilities include leading sourcing and supplier management initiatives, ensuring alignment across global, regional, and local Procurement, and translating strategy into practical guidance for business partners. The role requires deep subject-matter expertise, strong leadership, and strategic communication skills to deliver value through cost optimization, innovation, and supplier performance.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Sourcing / CDMO Site Selections including Due Diligence
  • Price Negotiation
  • Contracting of CMO contracts
  • SRM Activities for CMOs

Must Haves:

  • University degree a scientific or business field or similar
  • Min. 5 years relevant experience CMO Management or procurement in CMO space
  • GMP Experience
  • MS Office, Google workspace
  • Fluent communications skills in English
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Analytical skills and strategic thinking
  • Experience in negotiation contracts with CMO's

What you will be offered:

  • An opportunity to work in one of the world's most important pharmaceutical companies
  • Modern campus with plenty of green spaces and meeting areas
  • Central location in Basel
  • Varied job profile
  • Further training opportunities through temptraining
  • Working in a dynamic and motivated team

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