Global API Procurement Lead

Alfasigma; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfasigma is seeking a Global Category Procurement professional specializing in APIs to lead strategy, supplier selection and negotiations across international markets. You will drive cost optimization, manage supplier performance and mitigate supply risks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The role requires strong business acumen, cross-functional influence, and the ability to work autonomously in a global setting while maintaining high professional standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 7+ years in direct procurement, strategic sourcing or category management.
• Experience in pharmaceutical APIs is a plus.
• Fluent English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global procurement strategies for APIs.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contracts.
• Manage supplier performance and risk.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business priorities.
• Monitor procurement KPIs and drive value creation.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and ethical standards.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Procurement systems

Education

Master's degree in Business/Engineering/Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Market intelligence tools

Job description

Alfasigma is seeking a Global Category Procurement professional specializing in APIs to lead strategy, supplier selection and negotiations across international markets. You will drive cost optimization, manage supplier performance and mitigate supply risks in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The role requires strong business acumen, cross-functional influence, and the ability to work autonomously in a global setting while maintaining high professional standards and regulatory compliance.