Global Category Manager - Directs

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global procurement organization seeks a Global Category Manager for Clinical/Direct Procurement to drive strategic sourcing from their Madrid hub. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage supplier relationships, enhancing procurement processes across Europe. This role offers a competitive salary (€70k-€100k), hybrid flexibility, and the opportunity to shape procurement strategies in the healthcare sector. Your expertise in R&D procurement and stakeholder engagement will be invaluable.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in Clinical or R&D Procurement within regulated industries.
• Strong expertise with procurement cycles and vendor negotiations.
• Ability to manage supplier performance using KPIs.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement across cross-functional teams.
• Confidence with reporting and procurement systems.
• Proactive mindset for process improvement.

Aufgaben

• Lead sourcing strategies from the Madrid hub.
• Strengthen supplier relationships and implement governance frameworks.
• Contribute to procurement governance and continuous improvement.
• Influence strategy and implement sourcing frameworks across key areas.

Kenntnisse

Clinical or R&D Procurement

RFP/RFI cycles

Vendor negotiations

Market analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement systems

Process improvement

Ausbildung

Professional qualification (CIPS or equivalent)

Tools

Ariba

Jobbeschreibung

Global Category Manager - Clinical / Direct Procurement

Pharma, Healthcare & Animal Health - Madrid or Multiple European Hubs

To apply, contact Adam at [e-mail]

Highly Reputable Global Brand | €70k-€100k + Package | Amsterdam or Madrid + Multiple European Locations | Hybrid Flexibility

Join a leading global organisation in the healthcare and life sciences sector as it continues its procurement transformation across direct clinical and R&D categories. This is a chance to shape best-practice procurement in a complex, science-led environment, driving both strategic and operational impact across Europe.

Role Summary

As Global Category Manager - Clinical / Directs, you\'ll lead sourcing strategies from the organisation\'s Madrid hub, partnering with R&D, Clinical Operations, Legal, Finance, Regulatory, and Quality teams. Your work will strengthen supplier relationships, implement governance frameworks, and embed consistency in sourcing standards and documentation.

What Makes This Role Stand Out

• Global remit supporting a maturing procurement function across scientific and clinical categories.
• Influence strategy and implement sourcing frameworks across key areas including:
• Clinical trial services, CROs, and specialist providers
• Biomarker, central lab, and bioanalytical services
• Lab equipment, consumables, and scientific technology
• Packaging, materials, and external manufacturing
• Balance commercial value with compliance and quality outcomes - including GxP alignment, audit readiness, and risk management.
• Contribute to procurement governance and continuous improvement through reporting tools, dashboards, templates, benchmarking, and process optimisation.

Experience Sought

We\'re looking for professionals who can demonstrate:

• Proven experience in Clinical or R&D Procurement within pharma, biotech, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
• Strong hands-on expertise with RFP/RFI cycles, rate cards, MSAs, SOWs, and vendor negotiations with clinical suppliers or CROs.
• Ability to conduct market analysis, benchmark services, and manage supplier performance using KPIs.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement across cross-functional teams (Clinical Ops, QA, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, Technical).
• Confidence with structured reporting, savings tracking, and procurement systems (e.g. Ariba, contract workflows, dashboards).
• A proactive mindset for process improvement, simplification, and documentation consistency.
• Professional qualification such as CIPS or equivalent is a plus.

Location & Flexibility

Candidates can be based across multiple European locations, with some travel expected to engage suppliers and collaborate with global teams.

Why Apply?

This is far more than a transactional procurement role. You\'ll have the opportunity to:

• Shape how clinical and scientific categories are sourced globally.
• Build sustainable supplier partnerships that drive innovation and performance.
• Design templates, tools, and best-practice documentation.
• Influence strategic decision-making in a science-driven, global environment.

If you\'re motivated by ownership, collaboration, and measurable impact, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV to Adam at [e-mail]

Keywords: Procurement, Clinical Procurement, Category Manager, Directs, CRO Management, R&D Procurement, Biomarkers, Central Labs, MSA, SOW, Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Animal Health, GxP, Transformation, Supplier Management, Process Improvement, Contracting