Global Packaging Category Management Partner

Il y a 6 mois


Zaventem, Belgique Pfizer Temps plein

Role Summary

The Category Management Partner develops & leads the strategy in the area of primary packaging components and delivery devices in support of the Pfizer Global Supply (PGS) network.

You will be responsible for delivering sourcing and contracting value to Pfizer Stakeholders through the timely development and execution oversight of global category strategies aligned with current and future business needs.

You will work with key PGS stakeholders and Business Partners across the organization to develop and deploy global sourcing strategies that support business objectives and deliver value, while ensuring alignment to category management value levers.

You will continuously improve through innovative solutions, the PGS Value Proposition in terms of quality, supply assurance, and cost of the components within the assigned spend areas.

Role & Responsibilities

Category Strategy Design & Management
- Develop global category strategies aligned with the current & future business needs and provide guidance to deliver exceptional bold value through the oversight and timely execution of those strategies.
- Develop and maintain category plans that align with overall sourcing strategies and partner with Category Execution & Business Enablement teams for implementation.
- Act as representative related to the categories managed, for internal stakeholders and external stakeholders (e.g. global suppliers).
- Manage large & complex sourcing projects on the category and develop sourcing strategies for New Product launches.
- Create compelling business cases for change and obtain endorsement from senior management to execute.
- Bring business acumen and advanced knowledge of market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies related to the categories managed to incorporate new ideas, material breakthroughs and innovations into sourcing strategies.
- Coordinate with Global Supply Chain & Launch Excellence teams on long range forecast for future demand and proactively mitigate any supply risk through the sourcing strategy (dual sourcing / securing capacity / flexibility of supply).
- Collaborate with Global Technical Services & PharmSci teams to optimize & harmonize adequate specifications for all items across the category.
- Lead supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives related to the managed categories and promote responsible sourcing practices across the organization.

Supplier Relationship Management
- Lead / Co-lead strong partnerships with key suppliers and foster a culture of trust, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Drive innovation by collaborating with suppliers to identify new products, technologies and processes that can deliver breakthrough value to Pfizer.

Business Partner Relationship Ownership
- Partner with internal stakeholders, including senior business leaders and cross-functional teams, to understand the business requirements and develop sourcing strategies that align with the company goals and objectives.
- Ensure alignment with other global category strategies and maximize category management value levers by working across teams.
- Work with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, rationalization, and optimization, and implement appropriate supplier management strategies.

Required Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations & Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline
- 7-10 years of experience in sourcing & procurement with category management expertise
- Demonstrated success in managing complex & cross-functional projects
- Experience in managing and influencing diverse cross-functional teams
- Successful history of developing & negotiating complex global contracts
- Business English required

Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or Master’s degree in strategy, management, or related field is a plus
- Similar sourcing/ procurement experience with similar Blue-chip organization
- Certifications preferred: CPSM, CPM, PMP, MCIPS
- Understanding of the Global PFS and/or Delivery Device markets and key industry trends

Other Job Skills/ Knowledge
- Knowledge of the PreFillable Syringe business and combination products regulations, including medical devices is an advantage
- Strong understanding in end-to-end procurement, sourcing and contracting processes and tools
- Strong expertise of category management and ability to develop sophisticated strategies
- Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with internal & external stakeholders
- Comfort with ambiguity & ability to identify innovative sourcing strategies
- Strong business operations acumen and negotiation skills
- Effective project management, communications, and analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software

**Offer**:
At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to


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