Senior Programs & Solutions Lead, Global Procurement

Roche Holding AG; Welwyn Hatfield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a Sr. Programs & Solutions Manager in Global Procurement to lead strategic transformations, supplier-driven innovation, and cross-functional programs across Commercial & Corporate Services.

The role emphasizes data-led decisions, stakeholder influence, and scaling frameworks to deliver value for patients and partners. The ideal candidate holds a university degree and has a track record in complex cost-out initiatives, major negotiations, and cross-functional leadership within

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement with category experience in commercial and/or corporate services
• Proven track record leading supplier innovation and high-value negotiations
• Strong data and insights-led mindset with ability to run complex analyses and model scenarios
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate market opportunities into business cases
• Experience delivering cross-functional, multi-workstream programs in global or matrix environments
• Ability to coach and lead teams while building strong networks across organizations

Responsibilities

• Lead Category Transformations across Demand to Pay processes with cross-functional teams
• Execute Cost Transformations & Major Negotiations, guiding teams and negotiating initiatives
• Provide Cross-Functional Program Leadership across global matrix environments
• Drive Market & Supplier-Driven Innovation with data-driven decisions and supplier collaboration
• Develop Frameworks and Approaches for complex strategic programs and innovation models
• Advise and enable stakeholders, aligning strategic direction with business goals
• Foster Collaboration & Community across Roche procurement networks and beyond

Skills

Procurement expertise

Category management

Strategic negotiations

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

University degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

Roche is seeking a Sr. Programs & Solutions Manager in Global Procurement to lead strategic transformations, supplier-driven innovation, and cross-functional programs across Commercial & Corporate Services.

The role emphasizes data-led decisions, stakeholder influence, and scaling frameworks to deliver value for patients and partners. The ideal candidate holds a university degree and has a track record in complex cost-out initiatives, major negotiations, and cross-functional leadership within