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Procurement Category Manager - External Supplier Organization Pharma, Milano
Client:
Alfasigma
Location:
Milano, Italy
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
178261685183080038433710
Job Views:
2
Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
Job Description:
In Alfasigma, we are looking for a Procurement Category Manager - External Supplier Organization Pharma who will work closely with internal stakeholders, including Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations, to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing:
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for external supplier organizations, including contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs / CDMOs), research organizations, and other service providers.
- Conduct market analysis and assess potential suppliers to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key external supplier organizations, fostering collaboration and transparency.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and address any issues to ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.
- Define innovation roadmap together with suppliers and internal stakeholders (e.g., quality, R&D) to accelerate unique value contribution they could bring to Alfasigma.
Contract Negotiation:- Negotiate contracts and agreements with external suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts comply with industry regulations and organizational policies.
- Monitor correct contract execution over the years.
Quality and Compliance:- Ensure that external supplier organizations meet regulatory requirements and adhere to industry quality standards.
- Develop and implement processes to monitor and maintain compliance throughout the partnership.
- Launch, with support of CQ dept, quality improvement programs to align with regulations and counteract deviations from agreed quality standards.
Manufacturing Savviness:- Understand and get fully acquainted with CMOs manufacturing processes.
- Ensure proper manufacturing capacity and capability allocation to meet Alfasigma needs on a global scale.
- Lead Make-vs-Buy analysis and support technical transfer activities across CMOs or between Alfasigma and CMOs.
Cost Management:- Implement cost-effective procurement strategies while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Understand in detail the cost composition and prepare mitigation plans for risks of cost increases.
- Analyze total cost of ownership, including service fees, quality assurance costs, and other expenses.
Collaboration and Communication:- Work closely with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals.
- Engage with cross-functional teams to understand their requirements and provide procurement expertise.
- Lead all supplier communications and act as Point of Contact (PoC) for supplier relationships.
- Develop and deploy Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) strategies across all suppliers in scope.
- Provide guidance on improvement plans in SRM.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks such as supply chain interruptions or regulatory changes.
- Develop contingency plans to address and mitigate risks.
Specific Skills, Educational Requirements, and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Proven experience in direct procurement; pharma industry experience is a plus.
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
- In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier evaluation.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
- Strategic thinker with excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Detail-oriented and results-driven.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Company:
Alfasigma is a pharmaceutical company, born in 2015 from the merger of two historic Italian companies. It ranks among the top five pharmaceutical companies in Italy and has a growing international presence in 24 countries. Alfasigma's mission is to improve the quality of life for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals with passion and commitment.