Global Category Manager: Market Access & HCP/HCO Strategy

Takeda; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda in Boston, MA seeks a Global Category Manager for Market Access, HCP and HCO. You will develop global category strategies, partner with stakeholders to shape requirements and lead complex sourcing initiatives across the portfolio.

The role requires 10+ years in category management, strong analytics, and fluent English. This position requires collaboration with Global Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Business Functions to drive value and sustainable procurement practices.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management or related functions.
• Experience with Market Access, HCP and/or HCO categories in pharma/healthcare industries.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of supplier risk, regulatory requirements and sustainable procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global category strategies for Market Access, HCP and HCO.
• Partner with stakeholders to influence requirements, service models and sourcing decisions.
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations across the defined categories.
• Manage a multi-year category pipeline including spend management and governance.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and enterprise governance standards.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Procurement

Supplier management

Commercial strategy

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Market intelligence

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Takeda in Boston, MA seeks a Global Category Manager for Market Access, HCP and HCO. You will develop global category strategies, partner with stakeholders to shape requirements and lead complex sourcing initiatives across the portfolio.

The role requires 10+ years in category management, strong analytics, and fluent English. This position requires collaboration with Global Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Business Functions to drive value and sustainable procurement practices.