Global Marketing & Sales Procurement Leader

Takeda; Zürich; On-site; CHF 159,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Zürich, Switzerland, seeks a Global Category Manager to lead Marketing & Sales Support category strategy across markets. You will partner with Commercial stakeholders to shape demand, develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable value.

This role uses market intelligence, spend analytics, and advanced procurement tools to balance cost, quality, risk, and sustainability while aligning with enterprise priorities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing in global, matrixed organizations.
• Proven ability to develop and execute global category strategies for Commercial services.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve the global Marketing & Sales Support category strategy.
• Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Translate category strategy into executable plans and contracts.
• Partner with Commercial stakeholders to influence requirements and commercial models.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive value realization.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

English proficiency

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Sourcing strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Takeda in Zürich, Switzerland, seeks a Global Category Manager to lead Marketing & Sales Support category strategy across markets. You will partner with Commercial stakeholders to shape demand, develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable value.

This role uses market intelligence, spend analytics, and advanced procurement tools to balance cost, quality, risk, and sustainability while aligning with enterprise priorities.